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arborist

Survey and assess sites to diagnose tree diseases and perform maintenance tasks including planting and removal. Responsibilities also include operating chainsaws, climbing support structures, and handling sales transactions.

  • On-site
  • Cassidy, BC
  • Posted Jul 4, 2026
  • Apply by Aug 31, 2026
  • 1 position

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Job summary

Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience 3 years to less than 5 years On the road Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee. Work site environment Dangerous At heights Noisy Outdoors All weather conditions Work setting Various locations Responsibilities Tasks Survey and assess designated sites Prepare contracts and tenders Apply fertilizers, fungicides, herbicides, pesticides and other lawn care products Examine trees and shrubs to diagnose problems and disease Plant and move trees Tree removal Operate chainsaw to fell, delimb and buck trees Conduct sales transactions Climb and work aloft on poles, ladders or other support structures Experience and specialization Area of specialization Plant knowledge and identification Additional information Transportation/travel information Valid driver's licence Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail Handling heavy loads Physically demanding Combination of sitting, standing, walking Bending, crouching, kneeling Own tools/equipment Steel-toed safety boots Personal suitability Excellent oral communication Flexibility Organized Reliability Team player Benefits Health benefits Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Vision care benefits Financial benefits Group insurance benefits Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Stocks/shares

What you’ll do

Survey and assess sites to diagnose tree diseases and perform maintenance tasks including planting and removal. Responsibilities also include operating chainsaws, climbing support structures, and handling sales transactions.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma and 3 to 5 years of experience in arborist work. A valid driver's license and the ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in all weather conditions are essential.

Benefits

• Health Benefits • Dental Plan • Disability Benefits • Health Care Plan • Vision Care Benefits • Financial Benefits • Group Insurance Benefits • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) • Stocks/Shares

Other relevant skills

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  • Tree Surveying
  • Contract Preparation
  • Lawn Care Product Application
  • Tree Diagnosis
  • Tree Planting
  • Tree Removal
  • Chainsaw Operation
  • Sales Transactions
  • Climbing
  • Plant Identification

Job areas

  • Trades
  • Environmental & Sustainability
  • Manufacturing
  • Agriculture
  • Construction

Additional details

Minimum education
High school
Minimum experience
2+ years
Apply by
Aug 31, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Mid-Senior level