Position Overview

As a Utility Tree Trimmer, you can rest assured that one day will never be the same as the other. In this role you will have a chance to travel to several work sites across a geographic area and put your certification as either a Certified Utility Arborist or Utility Tree Trimmer to work as you safely execute trimming for our utility clients; the work you do will ensure the ongoing and safe transmission of electricity.

Job Duties

• Provide expert level tree trimming services and inspections to client properties.
• Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and crew leader.
• Responsible for climbing, pruning, and removing trees as per work specifications.
• Perform required general maintenance and daily inspection of equipment.
• 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.
• Manage customer service expectations, safely lead jobsite and crew operations.
• Abide by Davey and industry safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Have a valid Utility Tree Trimmer/Certified Utility Arborist ticket.
• ISA Certification an asset
• 3 years experience performing pruning and removals from rope and saddle, and aerial lift.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Advanced chainsaw and chipper operation.
• Strong tree and shrub identification skills.
• 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.

Additional Information

• Full time. Year-round employment.
• Occasional overtime required.
• 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.