Arborist Apprentice Jobs in Surrey, BC
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Labourer / Apprentice / Groundsperson - Tree Care
Labourer / Apprentice / Groundsperson - Tree Care
Arborist
Arborist
3rd / 4th year Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Apprentice
3rd / 4th year Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Apprentice
Certified Utility Arborist
Certified Utility Arborist
Avionics Apprentice
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GTE Apprentice
Parts Apprentice - 1st Year
Parts Apprentice - 1st Year
Apprentice Automotive Technician
Apprentice Automotive Technician
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Journeyman Automotive Service Technician/Automotive Apprentice - Brian Jessel BMW
Journeyman Automotive Service Technician/Automotive Apprentice - Brian Jessel BMW
Heavy Equipment Technician, 4th Year Apprentice
Heavy Equipment Technician, 4th Year Apprentice
Apprentice Technician
Apprentice Technician
Lift Maintenance Apprentice (Millwright) - Year Round
Lift Maintenance Apprentice (Millwright) - Year Round
Machinist Apprentice
Machinist Apprentice
Commercial Roofer - Apprentice
Commercial Roofer - Apprentice
Heavy Duty Mechanic - Apprentice
Heavy Duty Mechanic - Apprentice
Apprentice Interchange Plant Operator
Apprentice Interchange Plant Operator
APPRENTICE TECHNICIAN - SERVICE
APPRENTICE TECHNICIAN - SERVICE
Top Benefits
About the role
Specific Duties:
An Arborist Apprentice will have a variety of duties and tasks to perform daily, varying by the type of
work being done at each given site. The main priorities are to assist Arborists with arboricultural
practices and leading crews, equipment selection and maintenance, adhering to safety procedures,
and occasional interactions with customers.
Arboricultural
- Read and understand job details in a work order.
- Assist a tree climber in rigging and removing limbs and tree sections.
- Take down trees using spurs and an aerial lift truck under supervision.
- Prune small trees and shrubs under supervision.
- Limb and buck trees on the ground.
- Operate a chipper or other specialized equipment, i.e. stump grinder, skid steer, hi-ab, and
airspade.
- Tree installation and transplanting.
- Integrated pest management and invasive species control.
- Root pruning and install root barriers.
- Storm cleanup.
Equipment, Machine and Tool Use
- Choose and load the necessary daily equipment.
- Perform daily inspections of equipment and vehicles.
- Drive vehicles including carpool cars, lift/chipper trucks, with or without trailers.
- Set up and take down of work site.
- Refuel, sharpen, maintain, and safely operate power tools such as chainsaws and blowers.
- Inspect/maintain larger mobile equipment.
- Clean up of job site.
Safe Work Practices
- Choose and inspect personal protective equipment.
- Inspect worksites and identify risks.
- Direct vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Complete aerial rescue and lift truck rescue training
Qualifications
- High School Diploma and Post Secondary education is an asset.
- WHMIS 2015 and First Aid Certification is mandatory.
- Work experience in Arboriculture, Horticulture, Landscaping, Hardscaping preferred.
- Class 5 Drivers Licence or will pursue shortly after hire.
Relationships
Reports To: Branch Manager, Operations Manager, GTC Supervisor, Crew Leaders.
Working Conditions
- BCPHC performs services for a wide variety of clients all year round in diverse locations, such
as private gardens and backyards, public spaces, and remote areas.
- The majority of work time is spent in the field operating heavy machinery or hand tools,
performing arboricultural services, clean-up, and being courteous to customers.
- Physical fitness and the ability to work outside is required for a successful career as an
arborist.
- Occasional office work needed to complete paperwork and attend meetings/training.
Knowledge, Skills, and Other Attributes:
- Enjoys hands-on, physical, and
outdoor work.
- Adheres to and promotes a strong
safety-focused company culture.
- Demonstrates attention to detail and
accuracy.
- Collaborative and supportive.
- Approaches learning and work in a
flexible manner.
- Proactive approach to personal and
career growth.
- Effective communication skills – verbal
and written.
- Result-focused work ethic.
- Sensitivity to deadlines and time
management.
- Works well on teams and crew.
Income
$21.00 - $27.00 per hour, depending on experience.
Benefits
- Opportunity for a Relocation Bonus
- Self-directed benefits package
($2,500/year)
- Dental Coverage and Insurance
Options
- PPE supplied
- Safety Allowance for special items
- Education/Professional Development
Allowance
- Paid Birthday Off
- Paid Vacation/Holidays and Sick Days
- Employee Carpool Program
Opportunity, dependent on location
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About SavATree
SavATree is a full-service tree, shrub, and lawn care company specializing in green options for landscape care. Our winning formula combines cutting edge technology, patented ingredients with customer passion - delivered by the best and brightest "Green Team" in the industry!