Arborist/Foreman - Sydney, NS

Lucas Tree Experts

3d•Onsite

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/Foreman. This is a full time, year-round, outdoor, physical labor opportunity. Successful professionals at Lucas Tree Experts have come from a variety of backgrounds, including Utility Line Clearance, Integrated Vegetation Management, Arboriculture, Field Operations Management, Supervisor, Environmental Studies, Horticulture, Arborist, Forestry, Off-Road, Natural Resource Management, Storm Restoration, and Landscape Maintenance. Lucas Tree Experts offers paid, hands-on, on-the-job training, paid educational courses for advancement in the industry. We also offer safety and bonus incentive programs & a complete benefits package. Come work for a company that offers advancement opportunities and a great quality of work life!

Requirements

Must have Class 3 Drivers License
Must have a minimum of 6 months experience as a 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

at least 12 months experience in the tree care industry as a utility tree crew foreman
experience operating a bucket/running a bucket crew
Class 3 license is an asset
Climbing experience
pre-existing EHAP certifications

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, and removals