Arborist - Amherst, NS
About The Position
Lucas Tree Experts, a leader in the tree care industry, is looking for a motivated individual to join the team as an Arborist/Bucket Foreman. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated with at least 12 months experience in the tree care industry as a utility tree crew foreman and experience operating a bucket/running a bucket crew. A Class 3 license is an asset but is not required. Climbing experience and pre-existing EHAP certifications are a plus. Are you looking for a company that provides career advancement opportunities? Lucas Tree Experts provides FREE on-the-job training for those willing, able, and interested in advancing their skills in this field. Lucas Tree Experts will not only pay for your licensing and certifications to advance your career in the Tree Industry, but they will also provide wage increases for each that is obtained along the way. Why Lucas Tree Experts? Free On-the-Job Training (Including Class 3 license paid for by Lucas Tree) High earning potential with weekly incentives Safety first culture Advancement opportunities Paid time off and paid holidays Competitive and comprehensive benefits package RRSP with company match Work outdoors! This is a full time, year-round, outdoor, physical labor opportunity. Duties: driving and operating a bucket truck, running a crew of 2 to 3 people, manual removal of vegetation from work areas, safely operating various forestry equipment (woodchipper, giraffe, hydraulic equipment, bucket truck, chainsaws) performing line clearance, pruning, and removals.
Requirements
- Must have a minimum of 6 months experience as a bucket foreman.
- Must have previous experience in the Tree Industry with a proven safety record.
- Must be 18 years of age with a High School Diploma/GED/or equivalent.
- Must have a current and valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.
- Must be able to work 45 hours weekly.
- Must be able to work outside in various types of weather.
- Must be physically able to perform the requirements of the position (i.e., walk on uneven grounds, carry 75 lbs.)
- Must be willing and able to learn how to operate a bucket 75 ft. in the air & operate all equipment safely.
- Must be willing and able to learn how to climb trees using the proper tools of the trade.
- Must successfully complete your Electrical Hazards certification within 30 days
- Must attain Arborist trainee OTM level within the 60 days (supervisor sign off)
- Must be willing and able to obtain a Class 3 Drivers License (paid for by Lucas Tree Experts).
- Must be willing and able to obtain, and maintain licenses & certifications as required by the position in order to grow your career (paid for by Lucas Tree Experts).
- Must be able to successfully complete a post offer physical & drug screen as well as a background and motor vehicle check.
- Must have a clean safety record.
Nice To Haves
- A Class 3 license is an asset but is not required.
- Climbing experience and pre-existing EHAP certifications are a plus.
Responsibilities
- driving and operating a bucket truck
- running a crew of 2 to 3 people
- manual removal of vegetation from work areas
- safely operating various forestry equipment (woodchipper, giraffe, hydraulic equipment, bucket truck, chainsaws)
- performing line clearance
- pruning
- removals
Benefits
- Free On-the-Job Training (Including Class 3 license paid for by Lucas Tree)
- High earning potential with weekly incentives
- Safety first culture
- Advancement opportunities
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Competitive and comprehensive benefits package
- RRSP with company match
- Work outdoors!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
