Arborist Trainee performing vegetation management, line clearance, pruning, and removals for Lucas Tree Experts. Operating forestry equipment in a full - time outdoor role.
About the role
- Qualified Utility Arborist performing utility vegetation management, line clearance, pruning, and removals for Lucas Tree Experts. Operating forestry equipment while supporting public safety and utility reliability.
Responsibilities
- Perform manual removal of vegetation from work areas
- Safely operate forestry equipment, including aerial lifts, elevator lifts, woodchippers with winches, giraffes, hydraulic equipment, and chainsaws
- Perform line clearance, pruning, and removals
- Contribute to public safety and utility reliability through sustainable vegetation management
- Participate in paid hands-on training and educational courses for industry advancement
Requirements
- Qualified Utility Arborist holding either Utility Tree Trimmer of Alberta (UTT) or Certified Utility Arborist of British Columbia (CUA) certification
- Current Class 3 license with air brake
- Verification of experience through certifications, documentation, log books, and observation/verifications with qualified personnel
- Must be able to work 45 hours weekly
- Must be 18 years of age
- High School Diploma/GED/or equivalent
- Physically able to walk on uneven ground and carry 75 lbs
- Willing to work at varying heights up to 75 feet
- Willing and able to learn how to run a bucket truck and operate equipment safely
- Able to obtain and maintain First Aid and WHMIS certifications
- Able to obtain and maintain licenses and certifications as required
- Successful completion of a post-offer physical and drug screen
- Successful completion of a criminal background check and motor vehicle abstract
Benefits
- $3200 signing bonus with completion of the Electrical Hazards Awareness Program (EHAP) and Bucket Operator skill set sign-off
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Competitive and comprehensive benefits package
- RRSP with company match
- Paid, hands-on, on-the-job training
- Paid educational courses for advancement in the industry
- Safety and bonus incentive programs
- Advancement opportunities
- Work outdoors and gain independence
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