Course & Grounds - Arborist

Job summary

The Arborist will manage the forest areas and tree inventory across the 165-acre golf course property, including hazard tree removal and long-term preservation planning. They will also lead a support team, coordinate external contractors, and maintain accurate records of all arboricultural activities.

Job details

Capilano Golf and Country Club is a premier private club located in West Vancouver, just 15 minutes from downtown Vancouver. Rich in history and character, Capilano is consistently ranked among the top 10 golf courses in Canada and is recognized as a world-class facility. Employees enjoy working on a stunning property with breathtaking views of Burrard Inlet, the North Shore mountains, and the Vancouver skyline. Our club is passionate about building a team that aligns with our core values: communication, respect, improvement, support, pride, and fun. If this sounds like you, join us and be part of a dynamic and friendly team! Position overview: Capilano Golf and Country Club is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Arborist to manage the forest areas across the 165-acre golf course property. This is a unique opportunity to build a long-term career in arboriculture within a golf course environment. The successful candidate will take an active role in the management of one of the Club’s most important natural assets, its trees. The position offers a balance of hands-on arboricultural work, forest and tree management, planning, record keeping, contractor coordination, and leadership. Working closely with the Course and Grounds leadership team, the Arborist will have the opportunity to take ownership of the Club’s tree management program and help shape its long-term direction. Key Responsibilities • Manage the Club’s inventory of approximately 20,000 trees using dedicated tree management software to maintain organized and accurate records. • Develop an annual hazard tree removal program based on routine inspections, documented assessments, and established priorities. • Implement and continually enhance the Club’s Tree Management Plan, guiding the long-term preservation, maintenance, replacement, and management of trees across the property. • Plan, coordinate, and carry out all arboricultural work, including tree removal, pruning, maintenance, and planting. • Manage external contractors from initial planning through on-site supervision and quality control for work such as large-tree removals, stump grinding, and major capital projects. • Lead and train a small team of support staff, working closely with the Course and Grounds leadership team to prioritize, schedule, and communicate arboricultural activities. • Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of inspections, assessments, maintenance, removals, planting, and other arboricultural work. • Assist with communications to Club members and neighbouring property owners when required. • Perform all arboricultural work safely, efficiently, and to a high standard while protecting staff, members, property, and golf course assets. • Inspect, maintain, and safely operate arboricultural equipment, including chainsaws, chippers, climbing equipment, and related tools. • Pursue ongoing professional development in arboriculture, forestry, and tree management, applying industry best practices to the Club’s program. • Assist with other golf course maintenance activities as required. Qualifications: • A post-secondary degree, diploma, or certificate in arboriculture, forestry, or a related discipline. • A minimum of three years of relevant professional experience. • ISA Certified Arborist designation is preferred. Candidates actively pursuing, or committed to obtaining, this certification are encouraged to apply. • Tree-climbing experience is considered an asset but is not required. • Experience operating equipment such as skid steers, excavators and tractors is an asset. Compensation & Schedule: • $37.40 / hour • Full-time, year-round schedule, with a guaranteed 40 hours per week. • A five-day working week with two scheduled days off. • Extended health benefits. Additional benefits: • All required PPE, uniforms, work boots, gloves, and arborist-related equipment supplied by the Club. • Support for training, certification, and professional development. • Relevant professional association memberships, including ISA and PNW-ISA, and attendance at select conferences or seminars as approved by the Course Superintendent. • Golf privileges, food and apparel discounts, and a paid phone plan. • Monthly team appreciation events and annual staff golf competitions. • A clean, modern, and organized Administrative Building (lunchroom, heated mudroom, locker rooms, and showers). • The opportunity to work at one of Canada’s leading private golf clubs in a unique natural setting. Start Date: The successful candidate may begin immediately Closing Date: 5:00 pm Friday, October 9, 2026 Sta Transportation to our location is difficult. Employees need ample time if relying on public transit or their own vehicles.

What you’ll do

The Arborist will manage the forest areas and tree inventory across the 165-acre golf course property, including hazard tree removal and long-term preservation planning. They will also lead a support team, coordinate external contractors, and maintain accurate records of all arboricultural activities.

Requirements

Candidates must have a post-secondary degree, diploma, or certificate in arboriculture, forestry, or a related discipline. A minimum of three years of professional experience is required, with an ISA Certified Arborist designation preferred.

Benefits

• Extended health benefits • Personal protective equipment • Uniforms • Work boots • Training support • Professional development • Professional association memberships • Golf privileges • Food discounts • Apparel discounts • Paid phone plan

Listed skills

• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• record keeping · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Arboriculture
• Tree management
• Hazard tree removal
• Pruning
• Tree planting
• Contractor management
• Team leadership
• Record keeping
• Equipment maintenance
• Chainsaw operation
• Chipper operation
• Climbing equipment operation
• Tree inventory management
• Safety compliance
• Communication
• Planning
• Management
• Coordinating
• Leadership
• Detail Oriented
• Enthusiasm
• Record Keeping
• Quality Control
• Project Management Software
• Discounts And Allowances
• Certified Arborist
• Forestry
• Grinding
• Chainsaws
• Golf Course Maintenance
• Climbing Equipment

Job areas

• Environmental & Sustainability
• Trades
• Sports & Recreation
• Agriculture
• Arborist
• Gardeners, Horticultural and Nursery Growers
• Tree Trimmers and Pruners