Groundperson [Arborist Assistant] - Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada
Full time, year-round employment. Occasional overtime required
Duties
At Davey, your office is the outdoors. Every day brings a new adventure, and our national footprint provides you the opportunity to see and experience different parts of the country. Clients hire Davey because we are expert professionals, and we only hire candidates who can deliver on that promise every day. You’ll have a chance to do what you love each workday, and your team will have your back. Whether you’re working independently or as part of a crew, you’ll be given the training, resources and flexibility to do your job – and to do it safely, every day. A career with Davey means you’ll be able to take care of your family and responsibilities at home while still getting your daily dose of adventure.
Job Duties
• Provide groundwork support for trimming operations.
• Operate chainsaws and chippers while efficiently loading brush materials.
• Support Crew Leader with site setup, debris removal, and equipment maintenance.
• Maintain job sites through raking and leaf blowing.
• Safely rig down tree limbs.
• Abide by Davey and industry safety policies and procedures.
Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid provincial driver’s license. Licensed to drive a 5-ton vehicle and air brake endorsement considered an asset.
• Willingness to work towards becoming a certified arborist.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Previous landscape/horticulture experience considered an asset.
• Ability to work safely as part of a team and possess the willingness to learn and progress.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
Eligibility
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.
The Davey Tree Expert Company of Canada, Limited, is committed to scientifically based horticultural and environmental services with outstanding client service. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com
If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please email canada.recruiting@davey.com
Benefits
- Davey provides ongoing training and career advancement opportunities, including assistance with tuition
- Employee owned company with stock purchase available after 1 year of service.
- Excellent Benefits package and RRSP program
- Employee Referral Program and other company perks
How to Apply
Please email resumes to canada.recruiting@davey.com
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