Driver / Groundperson - Utility

Additional Locations: Travel Required

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

Requisition ID: 181155

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; providing your in-depth 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.
• Removal of hazardous trees.
• Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems
• Properly maintain, prepare, and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.
• Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and crew leader.
• Maintain cleanliness of the truck, keeping interior and exterior of vehicle free of debris.
• Perform and log daily pre and post trip inspections of the vehicle.
• Abide by Davey and industry safety policies and procedures.
• Assist the trimmers and foreperson in job site setup, debris removal and cleanup.
• Pruning, thinning, and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.

Qualifications

• Valid provincial driver’s license. Licensed to drive a 5-ton vehicle and air brake endorsement required.
• Strong tree, knot and shrub identification skills.
• Understanding and implementation of the process of safely ascending tree canopies at all heights.
• Arborist certification or willingness to work towards.
• Ability to work safely as part of a team and possess the willingness to learn and progress.
• 1-3 years experience.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Preferred background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping.
• Clean drivers abstract required.

Additional Information

• Occasional overtime required.
• Full time. Year-round employment.
• Davey provides ongoing training and careers advancement opportunities.
• 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

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.

If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please email [email protected].