Consulting Arborist- Urban Forestry

Wright Tree Service of Canada

The Position: Consulting Arborist- Urban Forestry

Type: Full-time

Reports To: General Foreperson

About Us:

We’re looking for driven individuals who are eager to grow, learn, and build a long-term career with us. If you thrive on challenges, are motivated to advance, and are ready to step outside your comfort zone, you’ll fit right in.

Why Wright Tree Service:

Because we’re not building a revolving door—we’re building a team. We’re employee-owned, focused on mentorship, and committed to safety, career growth, and respect. You won’t be a number here. You’ll be a leader in the making.

Extra Reasons to Join Us:

• Pay: $38 - $42 per hour, based on experience, certifications, and commitment to on-going development.
• Growth: Wright believes in education and training; we pride ourselves on developing our workers to their full potential
• Work Shifts: Monday to Friday, 10 hours a day.
• Benefits: Comprehensive medical and dental benefits.
• PPE: 100% PPE provided with annual work boot allowance.
• Employee Ownership: We are 100% employee owned. Units are on your behalf, based on the company’s safety and financial performance, at no cost to you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Audit utility arborist and vegetation management work to ensure compliance with customer specifications, contract requirements, and industry standards.
• Conduct regular field inspections to verify work quality, safety, and scope adherence.
• Track daily production and crew performance against planned targets.
• Accurately document audit findings, deficiencies, and non‑conformances.
• Prepare clear, timely reports for internal teams and customers, including production metrics and audit results.
• Develop, implement, and track corrective action plans to address audit findings.
• Work collaboratively with operations, supervision, and crews to drive continuous improvement.
• Identify trends, risks, and recurring issues, and recommend proactive solutions.
• Maintain organized records to support compliance, billing accuracy, and performance reviews.
• Support safety, quality, and productivity initiatives across utility contracts.
• Perform other duties as required.

Experience and Knowledge Expectations:

• Certified Arborist, either 444B or ISA.
• Valid Class G drivers’ license.
• Ability to assess tree risk, structural integrity, and site conditions and provide sound recommendations.
• Strong observational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical information clearly to staff, contractors, developers, and the public.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Applicants must pass pre-employment drug screening.
• Current First Aid with CPR or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather and environmental conditions.

Questions?

Reach out to — we’d love to hear from you.

Join Our Team:

Wright Tree Service provides vegetation management, storm response, and utility support services across North America. At the heart of our work are the values of Safety, Family, Integrity, Excellence, and Stewardship. We’re proud of the team and culture we’ve built—and we’re looking for others who live these values to join us.

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Wright Tree Service is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ages, abilities, family/marital statuses, and religious beliefs. Hiring decisions are based on merit and qualifications.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This posting will remain open until the role is filled.