Wright Tree Service of Canada
Essential Job Duties:
(Tasks necessary and required to perform the job.)
- Trim, prune, and remove trees and branches that pose a risk to power lines, poles, and other utility infrastructure, ensuring safe and efficient removal with minimal disruption
- Maintain a safe distance between vegetation and utility equipment to minimize risks of outages, fires, or electrical hazards
- Conduct regular inspections of areas around power lines to assess potential hazards posed by trees or branches
- Work in both urban and rural environments, managing vegetation near overhead and underground utility lines
- Use specialized techniques to safely bring down trees without damaging surrounding property, infrastructure, or utility equipment
- Identify hazardous trees or plants that are diseased, dead, or structurally weak, and may fall onto utility lines during storms or high winds
- Recommend and perform removal or pruning of dangerous trees before they cause disruptions or safety risks
- Operate power tools and equipment such as chainsaws, pole saws, aerial lifts, chipper trucks, stump grinders, and cranes to perform tree trimming and removal
- Maintain records of tree maintenance activities, including tree removal, pruning schedules, and any damage caused by vegetation to utility infrastructure
- Report vegetation-related hazards to utility companies or local authorities to ensure timely responses to potential issues
- Track vegetation management progress and document completed work for utility records or regulatory compliance
- Coordinate with line workers and utility crews to ensure vegetation is cleared around power lines before work begins or during maintenance
- Implement long-term vegetation management strategies by recommending or planting trees and shrubs that are less likely to interfere with power lines
- Ensure work is done in compliance with environmental regulations, minimizing damage to natural habitats and wildlife
- Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with Wright’s culture of safety and employee ownership
- Comply with applicable federal, provincial, and municipal laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings
Other Duties:
(Other nonessential duties that may be performed.)
- Occasional travel outside of the office may be required
- During emergencies or natural disasters may be required to be on duty for the duration of the disaster
- Works around excessive noise from machines, chainsaws, woodchipper and must wear proper personal protective equipment
Supervisory Duties:
(Duties of supervising others.)
- Supervise crew members to ensure that safety procedures are followed, especially when working around high-voltage electrical equipment, including tree trimming practices
- Train and support team members in learning about tree identification, tree removal procedures, tree disease identification and treatment, and other aspects of the job as needed
- Ensure the safe operation of equipment near live electrical lines, using techniques and protective gear that reduce the risk of electrical shock
Knowledge, Skills & Ability Requirements:
- Knowledge of safety protocols around live electrical lines and the ability to enforce on-the-job safety practices
- Familiarity with local environmental laws, tree preservation ordinances, and best practices
- Ability to guide and lead team members on the job
- Strong attention to detail, focusing on tree health, proper pruning techniques, and structural stability
- Knowledge of local utility regulations and environmental guideline
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide and direct others on the job
- Ability to lift move and maneuver up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis and up to 30 pounds on a frequent basis
- Ability to prioritize competing tasks, as new situations continue to emerge
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products utilizing the latest operating systems
- Experience with Apple-based products
- Demonstrate excellent customer service focusing on rapport-building, listening, questioning and patience
- Communicates effectively with all levels of employees, both technical and non-technical
- Ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced, and ever-changing environment
- Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees and vendors
Education, Certification & Experience Requirements:
(The minimum level of education obtained, certifications held, or experience in years acceptable for the role.)
- Current UA/ UTT/ CUA Certification and the ability to maintain it
- Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license, and a current Drivers Abstract with less than 6 demerit points
- Applicant must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
Other Preferred Requirements: (driver’s license, CDL, pesticide or herbicide license, CPR or first-aid certified)
- Must have valid First-Aid and CPR certificates or be willing to obtain
Language Requirements (read, write, speak):
English - ☒ Read, ☒ Write, ☒ Speak
Spanish - ☐ Read, ☐ Write, ☐ Speak
Other Language _________________ - ☐ Read, ☐ Write, ☐ Speak
Travel Requirements:
☐No-Seldom
☐Yes-Occasional (up to 5%)
☐Yes-Moderate (5% to 25%)
☐Yes-Substantial (25% to 50%)
☒Yes-Extensive (greater than 50%)
Physical Characteristics:
- Sit for long periods of time while operating equipment
- Lift heavy objects, up to 20 pounds, on an infrequent basis
Environmental Factors:
(The working conditions including environment if outside - weather/temperature, noise or otherwise normal office environment.)
- Working outside in extreme weather conditions
- Regular and consistent exposure to loud noises from equipment and machinery
