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arborist

Project Treeil y a 1 jour
Thorold, ON
39 520 $ - 83 200 $/yearly
Seasonal employment Full time

About the role

Description of Arborist Duties

  • The arborist is responsible for successfully completing residential tree pruning and tree removals.
  • The arborist is responsible in the preparation of all equipment such as: Aerial Lift Truck, Work Vehicle, Trailers, Wood Chipper, and all other equipment such as Pole Saws, Chainsaws, Rigging Equipment and other Gear.
  • The arborist is responsible for helping with site clean up, this includes: dragging brush, chipping brush, wood removal, raking, etc.
  • The arborist is responsible for helping with the general maintenance of all equipment as well as inspecting the equipment and gear daily to ensure standards are met.
  • The arborist is required to follow all safety measures and precautions to ensure the safety of himself/herself and all others on site.

Training, Skills and Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Minimum G-class license required
  • DZ license preferred (a DZ drivers abstract will be requested before hiring)
  • Ability to safely lift and carry 50 lbs
  • Certified arborist, or someone with the right experience will be considered for this position (Willingness to work towards becoming a certified arborist)
  • Previous experience in the industry
  • Willing to sometimes work more than 40 hours per week (Spring/Summer/Fall months are very busy and may require more than 40 hour weeks)

Additional Skills and Certifications

  • Chainsaw Certification (preferred)
  • Working at Heights Certification (preferred)
  • WHIMIS (preferred)
  • Experience working with skid steers

If the details listed above seem fitting to your capabilities and desires, please send us your application (with your email and phone number attached) through the Indeed website.

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal

Pay: $19.00-$40.00 per hour

Licence/Certification:

  • Class G Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

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