Arborist Apprentice

Job summary

Assist arborists and crew leaders with tree care, including rigging, tree removal, pruning, planting, pest management, and storm cleanup. Select, inspect, operate, and maintain tools and equipment while following safety procedures, managing worksite risks, and interacting courteously with customers.

Job details

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

What you’ll do

Assist arborists and crew leaders with tree care, including rigging, tree removal, pruning, planting, pest management, and storm cleanup. Select, inspect, operate, and maintain tools and equipment while following safety procedures, managing worksite risks, and interacting courteously with customers.

Requirements

A high school diploma is required, while post-secondary education and experience in arboriculture, horticulture, landscaping, or hardscaping are assets. WHMIS 2015 and First Aid certification are mandatory, and applicants must hold or be prepared to pursue a Class 5 driver's licence; physical fitness, outdoor work, teamwork, and strong safety practices are also expected.

Benefits

• Relocation Bonus Opportunity
• Self-Directed Benefits Package
• Dental Coverage
• Insurance Options
• Personal Protective Equipment Supplied
• Safety Allowance
• Education and Professional Development Allowance
• Paid Birthday Off
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Paid Sick Days
• Employee Carpool Program

Listed skills

• First Aid · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Arboricultural Practices
• Tree Climbing and Rigging
• Tree Removal
• Tree Pruning
• Chainsaw Operation
• Chipper Operation
• Equipment Inspection and Maintenance
• Worksite Setup and Cleanup
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Hazard Identification
• Traffic Control
• First Aid
• WHMIS 2015
• Integrated Pest Management
• Tree Installation and Transplanting
• Teamwork
• Hand Tools
• Chainsaws
• Power Tool Operation
• Results Orientation
• Self-Discipline
• Effective Communication
• Equipment Selection
• First Aid Certification
• Safety Procedures
• Strong Work Ethic
• Invasive Species Management
• Aerial Lifts
• Arboriculture
• Heavy Equipment
• Forklift Truck
• Physical Fitness
• Grinding Machine
• Horticulture
• Landscaping
• Operations Management
• Pruning
• Transplanting
• Time Management
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

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

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