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About the role

  • Arborist Trainee performing vegetation management, line clearance, pruning, and removals for Lucas Tree Experts. Operating forestry equipment while receiving paid training and advancement support.

Responsibilities

  • Manually remove vegetation from work areas
  • Safely operate forestry equipment, including woodchippers, hydraulic equipment, and chainsaws
  • Perform line clearance, pruning, and removals
  • Learn felling, climbing, rigging, equipment operation, and vegetation management
  • Participate in paid hands-on, on-the-job training
  • Work full-time, year-round in outdoor physical labor

Requirements

  • Must be able to work 45 hours weekly
  • Must be 18 years of age with a High School Diploma/GED/or equivalent
  • Must have a current and valid driver’s license with reliable transportation
  • Must be able to work outside in various types of weather
  • Must be physically able to walk on uneven ground and carry 75 lbs
  • Must be willing to work at varying heights up to 75 feet
  • Must be willing and able to learn how to run a bucket truck and operate equipment safely
  • Must be willing and able to obtain a Class 3 commercial driver’s license
  • Must be able to obtain First Aid and WHMIS Certifications
  • Must be willing and able to obtain and maintain licenses and certifications as required by the position
  • Must successfully complete a post-offer physical and drug screen
  • Must successfully complete a background and motor vehicle check
  • No tree industry experience necessary
  • Class 3 driver’s license preferred but not required

Benefits

  • Free on-the-job training (including CDL)
  • High earning potential with weekly incentives
  • Safety first culture
  • Advancement opportunities
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Competitive and comprehensive benefits package
  • RRSP with company match
  • Paid licensing and certifications
  • Wage increases for each license or certification obtained
  • Paid educational courses for advancement
  • Safety and bonus incentive programs
  • Work outdoors

Job title

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Entry level

Salary

CA$18 - CA$22 per hour

Degree requirement

High School Diploma

Location requirements

OnsiteNew GlasgowCanada

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