Arborist Ground Person
Description:
Summary
If you enjoy working outdoors in a professional and safe environment, consider a career with Bartlett Tree Experts! At Bartlett, we value a strong culture of excellence in safety, scientific research, lifelong learning, and career development.
As an Arborist Ground Person, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew working alongside Bartlett's dedicated team of arborists, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and shrub care on commercial and residential properties. This is a unique entry-level opportunity to develop your career in arboriculture through hands-on, on-the-job training.
Benefits
We offer competitive compensation, as well as:
A safety-first culture and professional workplace
Advancement opportunities - we promote from within
Life, LTD, ADD, medical and dental
RPP Plan, Healthcare spending account, and paid vacation and holidays
Industry credential/license pay increases
Company-paid uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
Boot reimbursement up to $200
Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories
To find out more about what life is like at Bartlett, check us out on Instagram @LifeatBartlett.
Responsibilities
As an Arborist Ground Person, you will play an important role in:
Learning through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture, including:
Pruning
Rigging
Cabling and bracing
Removals
Properly maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts)
Implementing work zone safety procedures
Assisting Arborist Climbers and Arborist Crew Leaders working on the ground and aloft
Assisting with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties
Learning, understanding, and adhering to all safety rules and company safety policies
Qualifications
A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions
Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record
A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work on a multi-disciplinary team
Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture experience is preferred but not required
Degree or Certificate in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or a related field is preferred but not required
The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Location : Name
Maple Ridge
Location : State/Province
BC
Category
Production Arborist
Latest Post Date: Canada Careers
5/9/2024
Type
Regular Full-Time
Regular Full-Time