Arborist Apprentice - Utility

Additional Locations: Travel Required

Primary Locations: Manitoba, Winnipeg, 155 Transport Road, R0E 1J0

Requisition ID: 181145

Position Overview

As an Arborist Apprentice with Davey Tree you will begin to gain exposure on all aspects of the Arborist role. You will spend your day in the field supporting Arborists all while ensuring a clean, safe, and organized site. In time Davey Tree would look to support the apprentice in becoming a certified Arborist.

Job Duties

• Complete proper job site cleanup.
• Control lowering ropes.
• Supply tools for tree workers aloft.
• Cut, chip and load brush and wood.
• Perform daily, weekly and monthly maintenance inspections on equipment.
• Abide by Davey and industry safety policies and procedures.
• Control road and sidewalk traffic as needed by use of warning devices.
• Assist other crew members in performing job duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous landscape/horticulture experience considered an asset.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Ability to work safely as part of a team and possess the willingness to learn and progress.
• 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.

Additional Information

• Employee owned company with stock purchase available after 1 year of service.
• Full time. Year-round employment.
• Davey provides ongoing training and career advancement opportunities, including assistance with tuition
• Employee Referral Program and other company perks
• Excellent Benefits package and RRSP program

Company Overview

Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited has been performing tree care and vegetation management services across Canada since 1930. With over 850 employees, we continuously pride ourselves on unmatched quality and safety. Davey Tree has numerous crews that are professionally trained to provide tree trimming and removal services to ensure the scope of this contracted work is completed safely, and well before any deadlines. Our relatable experiences and industries serviced include notably Utilities, Municipalities, Government, Rail, Commercial and Residential.

Divisional Overview

We provide utilities, rail and road transport with safe and efficient right of way clearance services. Clients rely on us for timely resource mobilization during severe weather events and proactive planning services, such as system hardening and storm restorations.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. As a service provider, our success depends upon our ability to attract and retain qualified personnel, regardless of their age, race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, provincial law.

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