Field Arborist - Foreman

Job summary

The Arborist Foreman leads and mentors a crew while performing advanced tree pruning and removal tasks. They are responsible for planning jobs, ensuring site safety, and maintaining equipment to meet company standards.

Job details

Arborist Foreman Build Your Career From the Ground Up At Horizon Contracting Group, we believe great work starts with great people. We're looking for a Field Arborist who brings strong leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to doing things the right way. If you're an experienced arborist who enjoys leading a crew, working outdoors, and taking pride in safe, high-quality tree care, this is an opportunity to grow your career with a company that invests in its people. About the Role As a Field Arborist, you'll lead and mentor your crew while performing advanced pruning and tree removal work. You'll help plan each job, lead safety on site, and ensure work is completed efficiently, professionally, and to Horizon's high standards. ISA Arborist Certification is required, along with at least one of the following: * TRAQ Certification * Utility Arborist Certification What You'll Be Doing * Lead, train, and support your crew on job sites * Perform advanced tree pruning and removal work * Safely operate and maintain aerial lifts, chippers, chainsaws, ropes, and rigging equipment * Plan work and communicate job plans clearly before starting each task * Lead daily safety talks and complete equipment inspections * Ensure safe work practices and emergency procedures are followed * Complete crew timecards and required safety documentation * Troubleshoot equipment and help keep the crew operating efficiently * Represent Horizon professionally and provide excellent customer service on every job What You Bring Certifications & Education * ISA Arborist Certification required * TRAQ or Utility Arborist Certification required * Certified Faller or Faller Endorsement * Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence; Air Brake endorsement is an asset * TCP, horticulture, arboriculture, or related education is an asset Experience * 1+ year of supervisory or crew leadership experience * Strong experience with tree pruning and removals * Comfortable climbing, both spurred and spur-less * Skilled in ropes, rigging, aerial lifts, and chipper operation * Experience working in outdoor, physical, and fast-paced environments Skills * Strong leadership and communication skills * Safety-focused mindset * Mechanically inclined with strong troubleshooting ability * Comfortable using iPads, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Office * Team-oriented with strong customer service skills Physical & Work Environment This is a 100% field-based role requiring physical work, including lifting 50+ lbs, climbing, bending, and standing for extended periods. You'll work outdoors in all weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow. Compensation & Benefits * $40–$50/hour, based on experience and qualifications * Vacation pay paid out on every cheque * Extended Health, Dental & Vision benefits after 90 days * RRSP with company matching after 1 year * Eligible for the Company bonus program after 1 year * Ongoing training and development opportunities * Opportunities to grow your career within Horizon Our Values * Embrace the Challenge * Lead with Care * Own Our Actions * Strongest Together Your Career at Horizon We're committed to promoting from within and helping our people build lasting careers. As an Field Arborist, you'll have the opportunity to grow your leadership skills, expand your technical expertise, and make a real impact on your crew and the work we deliver. Ready to grow your career with Horizon? Apply today and join a team that builds excellence From the Ground Up.

What you’ll do

The Arborist Foreman leads and mentors a crew while performing advanced tree pruning and removal tasks. They are responsible for planning jobs, ensuring site safety, and maintaining equipment to meet company standards.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an ISA Arborist Certification along with either TRAQ or Utility Arborist Certification. At least one year of supervisory experience and a valid Class 5 Driver's Licence are required.

Benefits

• Vacation pay • Extended health benefits • Dental benefits • Vision benefits • RRSP with company matching • Company bonus program • Ongoing training and development

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Microsoft Outlook · Preferred
• Crew Leadership · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Tree pruning
• Tree removal
• Crew leadership
• Safety management
• Aerial lift operation
• Rigging
• Chainsaw operation
• Equipment maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Customer service
• Timecard management
• Communication
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Outlook
• Climbing
• Equipment Inspection
• Chainsaws
• Certified Arborist
• Apple IPad
• Arboriculture
• Customer Service
• Training And Development
• Emergency Procedures
• Leadership
• Horticulture
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Pruning
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Team Oriented
• Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)

Job areas

• Trades
• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Tree Climber/Arborist
• Arborist
• Gardeners, Horticultural and Nursery Growers
• Tree Trimmers and Pruners