Arborist Apprentice (Arborist & Tree Care)

  Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited

  Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited is the leading full-service Tree Care provider for residential, commercial, utility line clearing, and forestry consulting throughout Canada. As we continue to grow, we are seeking interested, motivated individuals with a positive attitude and work ethic to join our team.

Position: Career opportunity in the field of Urban Forestry, as an Arborist Apprentice with our HAMILTON office.

Job Duties:

• Groundwork support for trimming operations.
• Chainsaw and Chipper operation.
• Ability to learn climbing and proper pruning procedures.
• Assist the trimmers and foreperson in job site setup, debris removal, cleanup, and equipment maintenance.
• Abide by Davey and industry safety policies and procedures.

• Understanding and implementing the process of safely ascending tree canopies at all heights.
• A good understanding of knots and tree identification.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Chainsaw and Chipper operation.
• Valid provincial driver’s license. Licensed to drive a 5-ton vehicle and Z endorsement an asset.
• Ability to work safely as part of a team and possess the willingness to learn and progress.

Compensation

• Compensation based on qualifications and experience: $15.00 – $18.00 per hour
• Full-time year-round employment.
• Occasional overtime is required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Excellent Benefits package, RRSP and careers advancement opportunities.
• Employee-owned company with stock options available after 1 year of service.
• Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Davey provides ongoing training.

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