DZ Driver Groundperson Arborist 208727
DZ Driver Groundperson Arborist 208727
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Job Description
Company:Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada Limited
Locations:Kitchener Ontario
Additional Locations:N/A
Work Site:On Site
Req ID:208727
Position Overview
As a driver with Davey Tree you will be responsible for ensuring the crew and equipment arrive at the job site safely and on time. Once at site you will join the rest of the crew as an Arborist Assistant; providing your indepth knowledge and skills to ensure the job gets done right and on time.
Job Duties
- Drive a commercial truck with crew and equipment to various job sites as required.
- Perform and log daily pre and post trip inspections of the vehicle.
- Maintain cleanliness of the truck keeping interior and exterior of vehicle free of debris.
- Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and crew leader.
- Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.
Including but not limited to:
- Pruning thinning and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy.
- Installation of cables bracing and lightning protection systems.
- Removal of hazardous trees.
- Properly maintain prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws chippers aerial lifts and more.
- Assist the trimmers and foreperson in job site setup debris removal and cleanup.
- Abide by Davey and industry safety policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- Valid provincial drivers license. AZ or DZ license.
- Clean drivers abstract.
- Preferred background in Forestry Horticulture or Landscaping.
- Arborist certification or willingness to work towards.
- Strong tree knot and shrub identification skills.
- Understanding and implementation of the process of safely ascending tree canopies at all heights.
- Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
- Ability to work safely as part of a team and possess the willingness to learn and progress.
Additional Information
- Full time. Yearround employment.
- Davey provides ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.
- Excellent Benefits package and RRSP/TFSA Program.
- Employeeowned company with stock purchase available after 6 months of service.
- Employee Referral Program and other company perks!
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
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. TheDavey Tree Expert Company provides researchdriven 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 industryleading training technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career theres a place for you at Davey. To learn more visit Davey.
If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process please email.
Employment Type
Full Time
