ISA Certified Arborist

Brad Ryan - Wright Canada Holdings LTD•Winnipeg, MB

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The ISA Certified Arborists play a crucial role in managing the health and safety of trees in urban and rural environments. This position is responsible for various tasks related to the care, management, and preservation of trees, including diagnosing tree diseases, pruning, planting, and ensuring safe tree removals. Wright Tree Service, a business unit of Wright Canada Holdings, provides vegetation management, storm restoration, and work planning services to utility companies and their communities across North America.

Requirements

ISA Certified Arborist certification
Must have a valid driver's license
Must be able to work outside in various weather conditions
Must be able to lift and carry heavy objects
Must be able to climb trees and work at heights
Must be able to operate chainsaws and other tree care equipment
Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills
Must have knowledge of tree identification, diseases, and pests
Must have knowledge of proper pruning and tree removal techniques
Must have knowledge of safety procedures when working around high-voltage electrical equipment

Nice To Haves

Experience with vegetation management
Experience with storm restoration
Experience with work planning services
Experience with utility companies
Experience with aerial lifts
Experience with tree climbing techniques
Experience with supervising crews

Responsibilities

Prune trees to remove dead, damaged, or diseased branches
Trim overgrown trees to improve their structure, appearance, and safety
Perform crown thinning, crown raising, and crown reduction to promote healthy growth
Ensure proper pruning techniques are followed to avoid damaging the tree
Remove trees that are dead, diseased, or pose a hazard to people or property
Use appropriate equipment (e.g., chainsaws, ropes, cranes) to safely remove trees in tight spaces
Work with tree-climbing techniques or aerial lifts for larger trees
Supervise arborist laborers or tree care crews during tree care projects
Coordinate and manage tasks on larger job sites, ensuring smooth operations and safe practices
Evaluate site conditions and recommend the best tree care practices for the location
Inspect trees for signs of disease, pests, or structural problems
Assess tree health and recommend corrective actions, such as pruning, pest control, or soil management
Keeps informed of new equipment and specifications, standards, practices and operating procedures
Use appropriate tools for each task
Assume responsibility for the inspection and proper working conditions of tools, trucks, and other work equipment
Request repair or replacement of equipment when necessary
Maintain detailed records of tree care activities, including treatments, inspections, and maintenance schedules
Keep track of equipment and material usage, reporting the status of trees as needed
Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with Wright’s culture of safety and employee ownership
Comply with applicable federal, provincial, and municipal laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures
Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings
Train and support team members in learning about tree identification, tree removal procedures, tree disease identification and treatment, and other aspects of the job as needed
Supervise crew members to ensure that safety procedures are followed, especially when working around high-voltage electrical equipment, including tree trimming practices