Arborist Climber
About The Position
What are you looking for in an arboricultural career? Do you want to make a lasting impact? Gain expertise via access to breakthrough research and development? Or would you like to advance as far as your hard work and ambitions will take you? Bartlett Tree Experts, headquartered at 4370 Interurban Road, Victoria BC V9E 2C4, offers all of that, and more. As the oldest, largest, and premier scientific tree and shrub care company in the world, our people thrive in a safety-first, entrepreneurial, promote-from-within environment. Join our family-owned company - and make our next success story your own. We are seeking experienced Arborist Climbers who have a passion for preserving and caring for trees.
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of experience climbing with arborist approved climbing system and bucket operation in the tree care industry.
- Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record (MVR).
- Secondary school required
- Formal training or qualifications in chainsaw maintenance and cutting, aerial cutting using chainsaw and felling and processing trees required
- Proficient in English language
Nice To Haves
- Degree or Diploma in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or a related field is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Perform all required ground, climbing, and aerial lift duties in support of specific job assignments, as directed by crew leader
- Demonstrate high safety standards, sound tree risk assessment skills, equipment inspection skills, proper application of approved knots, proper climbing techniques and procedures, proper pruning and small removal skills, and proper rigging skills
- Assist with driving, backing, dumping and parking duties as required
- Learn, understand, and adhere to all safety rules and company safety policies and participate in safety training sessions
- Maintain assigned company gear and equipment
- Demonstrate strong communication skills with crew members and crew leader
- Responsible for carrying out other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader or designated supervisor, Arborist Representative, or Local Manager
Benefits
- A safety-first culture and professional workplace
- Advancement opportunities - we promote from within
- Life, LTD, ADD, medical and dental
- RPP Plan, Healthcare spending account, and paid vacation and holidays
- Industry credential/license pay increases
- Company-paid uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
- Boot reimbursement up to $200
- Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
