Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
Company: Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited
Locations: London, Ontario
Additional Locations: NA
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 230043
Position Overview
As a Utility Arborist you get to apply your skills for our larger customers across electric delivery. You will support multiple locations across our various contracts ensuring we are constantly able to meet and deliver on our clients expectations.
Job Duties
- Provides line clearing and tree trimming services for major electric utility providers
- Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and crew leader.
- Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.
- Including but not limited to:
- Pruning, thinning, and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy
- Removal of hazardous trees
- Removal or trimming of trees and brush encroaching onto utility or transportation rights of ways
- Properly maintain, prepare, and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.
- Responsible for job site set up, clean up.
- Abide by Davey and industry safety policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- Certified Arborist or Utility Tree Trimmer designation required.
- Line clearance certification preferred.
- Electric utility tree trimming/climbing experience.
- Understanding and implementation of the process of safely ascending tree canopies at all heights.
- Minimum 1 year experience.
- Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
- Valid provincial driver’s license. Licensed to drive a 5-ton vehicle and air brake endorsement considered an asset.
- Ability to work safely as part of a team and possess the willingness to learn and progress.
- Preferred background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping.
- First Aid certification preferred.
Additional Information
- Full time. Year-round employment.
- Pay rate of $30-$40/ hour, depending on certifications and licenses.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Excellent Benefits package and RRSP/TFSA Program.
- Employee owned company with stock purchase available after 6 months of service.
- Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Davey provides ongoing training and careers advancement opportunities.
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.
The Davey Tree Expert Company of Canada, Limited, is committed to scientifically based horticultural and environmental services with outstanding client service. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.
If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please email canada.recruiting@davey.com.
