Utility Groundperson Arborist Assistant 208347
Utility Groundperson Arborist Assistant 208347
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Job Description
Company:Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada Limited
Locations:Vancouver British Columbia
Additional Locations:Lower Mainland
Work Site:On Site
Req ID:208347
Position Overview
As a Groundperson you will be working to support the operations above; you will play an important part in both site set up and assistance to both climbers and trimmers. You will play a vital role in the safe of work for our crews and members of the public or clients. This role will provide newcomers to the tree industry with a better understanding of what we do at Davey and provide the right individuals with a career advancement opportunities and training.
The pay rate for this position is $21.54 $23.12 per hour.
Job Duties
- Groundwork support for trimming operations.
- Chainsaw and Chipper operation/loading brush.
- Assist Crew leader in job site setup debris removal cleanup and equipment maintenance.
- Abide by industry safety policies and procedures.
- Raking up/ leaf blowing job sites.
- Rigging down limbs.
Qualifications
- Valid provincial drivers license. Licensed to drive a 5ton 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.
Additional Information
- Full time. Yearround employment.
- Seasonal positions also available.
- Davey provides ongoing training and career advancement opportunities including assistance with tuition.
- Employee owned company with stock purchase available after 6 months of service.
- Excellent Benefits package and RRSP matching program.
- Paid Sick Days (BC Only).
- Safety Boot Allowance (BC Only).
- Employee Referral Program and other company perks.
- Daily Per Diem where required. Hotel and other expenses covered.
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
Hourly
