Apprentice Utility Arborist

Résumé du poste

The apprentice will assist with site set-up, equipment handling, and the loading or chipping of vegetation debris. They are expected to perform physically demanding manual labor while maintaining a safe and clean work environment.

Détails du poste

Wright Tree Service of Canada The Position: Apprentice Utility Arborist Type: Full-time Reports To: Project Manager About Us: Wright Tree Service, a business unit of Wright Canada Holdings, provides vegetation management, storm restoration, and work planning services to utility companies and their communities across North America. Why Wright Canada Holdings: A Company Culture of Safety, Family, Integrity, Excellence and Stewardship Pay rate of $30 to $36 per hour We provide ALL equipment needed except your CSA Certified Work Boots Working shifts of 9 days on and 5 days off Compensated travel time, depending on working location, and live out allowance Medical and Dental benefits Employee Ownership potential Key Responsibilities: Load and unload trucks with logs, stumps, brush, and debris, or feed brush into a woodchipper. Assist in site set-up and take-down, including equipment handling and maintaining site cleanliness. Commitment to working safely and supporting a positive team environment. Perform physically demanding manual labor in various weather conditions. Other duties as required. Experience and Knowledge Expectations: Basic knowledge of trees, including identification and growth habits. High School Diploma or equivalent. Valid Class 5 driver’s license with a clean driving record; air brakes endorsement is a plus. Ability to work as part of a team in physically demanding environments. Motivated to learn independently and from team members, with strong time management skills. Proficiency in operating and maintaining tools and equipment. Comfortable working in noisy environments with proper PPE. Willingness to work long hours, overtime, and participate in on-call rotations during emergencies. Valid First-Aid and CPR certificates. Join Our Team: Wright Tree Service of Canada is a business unit of an employee-owned company formed in 2017, known as Wright Canada Holdings (WCH). The Wright family of companies, established in 1933 in the United States, includes Wright Tree Service®, Wright Outdoor Solutions®, Eocene Environmental Group℠, Eocene Environmental Group of the West, Wright Tree Service of the West, Wright Tree Service of Puerto Rico, Wright Canada Holdings and commonly seen brands, such as Spectrum Resource Group, ArborCare and Verdure Elements. We appreciate all applicants for their interest in the position. However, only candidates whose education and experience meet the requirements will be contacted. The posting will remain open until the role is filled.

Ce que vous ferez

The apprentice will assist with site set-up, equipment handling, and the loading or chipping of vegetation debris. They are expected to perform physically demanding manual labor while maintaining a safe and clean work environment.

Exigences

Candidates must possess a high school diploma and a valid Class 5 driver's license with a clean record. Additionally, applicants are required to have valid First-Aid and CPR certifications and the ability to work in physically demanding, outdoor conditions.

Avantages

• Medical benefits • Dental benefits • Employee ownership potential • Live out allowance

Compétences indiquées

• Gestion du temps · Souhaitée
• Travail d’équipe · Souhaitée
• Premiers soins · Souhaitée
• CPR · Souhaitée
• Safety Compliance · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Tree identification
• Equipment operation
• Woodchipper operation
• Site maintenance
• Manual labor
• Time management
• First-aid
• CPR
• Safety compliance
• Teamwork
• Good Driving Record
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Valid Driver's License
• Planning
• Air Brakes
• Management
• Cleanliness
• Project Management
• Public Utility
• Stewardship
• Time Management
• Loading And Unloading
• Certified Safety Auditor

Domaines d’emploi

• Trades
• Energy
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Construction
• Utility Arborist
• Arborist
• Gardeners, Horticultural and Nursery Growers
• Tree Trimmers and Pruners