Technical Climbing Arborist

Location : Vernon, British Columbia Canada

Salary : $38-$42 an hour (depending on skill)

GREEN GIANT TREE REMOVAL

ggtr.ca

LEAD CLIMBINGARBORIST Seasonal Position – at least 3 years climbing experience. Will be working along side Chief Arborist / Owner of Company

• Be a highly skilled professional in the safe maintenance and management of trees of all sizes and species in a wide range of conditions (dead, dying, storm damaged and hazardous) and to work in all manner of environments with high-risk target zones.
• Be capable of performing physically demanding manual labor in a variety of weather conditions.
• Be ready, willing and able to perform any sized tree removal or pruning on a regular basis.
• Safely operate and maintain chainsaws, chippers, stump grinders, mini skid steer, and other necessary equipment.
• Have a diploma in arboriculture or are ISA / TCIA Certified or the equivilant in experience & knowledge.
• Be able to carry out all aspects of aerial tree care operations and conform to BC & ISA industry standards & Arborist best work practices.
• Be able to carefully and accurately follow detailed job directives, delegate to crew members and execute them with the highest standard of quality.
• Help create and maintain a positive atmosphere and productive team environment.
• Complete work efficiently with excellent time management and on-site problem-solving skills.
• Have a serious work ethic, high motivation and keen ambition.
• Embody and practice leadership, communication, and accountability.
• Provide mentoring for Junior Climbers and Groundworkers.
• Be unequivocally available for emergency storm response; be available for 4 weekends of work per year.
• Be able to conduct a pre-work risk assessment and safety tailgates on the provided tablet on every job.
• Be open to giving and receiving feedback from co-workers and management.
• Perform excellent worksite cleanup at every property.
• Read company Policies & Procedures Manual and agree to uphold it.
• Drivers license and experience driving Heavy Equipment vehicles (10 speed manual an asset).
• CPR / First Aid certification & Working at Heights Training an asset.

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