Capilano Golf and Country Club
West Vancouver, BC, Canada
Capilano Golf and Country Club is seeking applications for the position of Arborist . The successful applicant will be self-motivated, disciplined, and dedicated to achieving high standards in their work. Being able to plan, set, follow, and accomplish components of the club’s Tree Management Plan during various seasons will be extremely important. The incumbent must be able to work as part of a team, take direction, and execute required tasks.
This position works closely with and reports to the Assistant Superintendents and Course Superintendent. This is a full-time, year-round position (40hrs/week) with a wage starting between $24/hr-$28/hr DOE and offers benefits including health and welfare and pension . Summer shifts are Monday through Friday from 6AM to 2:15PM .
Responsibilities:
Work directly with the management team in the prioritization and scheduling of all arboriculture activities.
Develop, implement, and modify management programs for all trees on the property using and understanding the club’s Tree Management Plan.
Perform all arboriculture work to a high standard and in a timely and efficient manner, while ensuring the safe use of equipment, machinery, and materials.
Work closely with outside contractors as required during construction projects, large scale tree removals, and replanting efforts.
Lead small crews assigned to undertake tasks related to annual tree management programs.
Create an annual hazardous tree removal list and organize removals following Green Committee and Board approval.
Assist in communicating tree health issues with neighbours.
Liaise with Arborcom on sunlight analysis projects.
Participate in weekly technical meetings and provide written reports, updates, and detailed documentation as required.
Aid in the education, training, and supervision of the course Intern(s) in areas related to arboriculture.
Work closely with the club’s Horticulturist in many areas that overlap horticulture and arboriculture.
Work directly with Environmental Coordinator to maintain Audubon certification in aspects related to arboriculture.
Be proactive in education opportunities related to arboriculture and implement that knowledge into current programs.
Attend regional golf and arboriculture seminars as well as other networking events.
Qualifications:
Post-secondary degree or diploma in a field related to arboriculture or forestry
Have a certificate, or working towards certification, with the ISA preferred.
Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
Be able or willing to learn how to operate equipment such as a stump grinder, aerial lift, tree spade and other power equipment.
Climbing skills are beneficial, but not required.
Be willing to learn tasks related to maintaining a golf course beyond arboriculture.
An understanding of golf would be a benefit, but is not a requirement of this position.
Valid driver’s license.
Our goal at Capilano is to provide our membership with the highest standard of conditioning and remain one of Canada’s premier golf clubs. We provide employees with a safe and encouraging work environment, where individuals can learn from each other to achieve their full potential.
Capilano Golf and Country Club is seeking applications for the position of Arborist . The successful applicant will be self-motivated, disciplined, and dedicated to achieving high standards in their work. Being able to plan, set, follow, and accomplish components of the club’s Tree Management Plan during various seasons will be extremely important. The incumbent must be able to work as part of a team, take direction, and execute required tasks.
This position works closely with and reports to the Assistant Superintendents and Course Superintendent. This is a full-time, year-round position (40hrs/week) with a wage starting between $24/hr-$28/hr DOE and offers benefits including health and welfare and pension . Summer shifts are Monday through Friday from 6AM to 2:15PM .
Responsibilities:
Work directly with the management team in the prioritization and scheduling of all arboriculture activities.
Develop, implement, and modify management programs for all trees on the property using and understanding the club’s Tree Management Plan.
Perform all arboriculture work to a high standard and in a timely and efficient manner, while ensuring the safe use of equipment, machinery, and materials.
Work closely with outside contractors as required during construction projects, large scale tree removals, and replanting efforts.
Lead small crews assigned to undertake tasks related to annual tree management programs.
Create an annual hazardous tree removal list and organize removals following Green Committee and Board approval.
Assist in communicating tree health issues with neighbours.
Liaise with Arborcom on sunlight analysis projects.
Participate in weekly technical meetings and provide written reports, updates, and detailed documentation as required.
Aid in the education, training, and supervision of the course Intern(s) in areas related to arboriculture.
Work closely with the club’s Horticulturist in many areas that overlap horticulture and arboriculture.
Work directly with Environmental Coordinator to maintain Audubon certification in aspects related to arboriculture.
Be proactive in education opportunities related to arboriculture and implement that knowledge into current programs.
Attend regional golf and arboriculture seminars as well as other networking events.
Qualifications:
Post-secondary degree or diploma in a field related to arboriculture or forestry
Have a certificate, or working towards certification, with the ISA preferred.
Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
Be able or willing to learn how to operate equipment such as a stump grinder, aerial lift, tree spade and other power equipment.
Climbing skills are beneficial, but not required.
Be willing to learn tasks related to maintaining a golf course beyond arboriculture.
An understanding of golf would be a benefit, but is not a requirement of this position.
Valid driver’s license.
Our goal at Capilano is to provide our membership with the highest standard of conditioning and remain one of Canada’s premier golf clubs. We provide employees with a safe and encouraging work environment, where individuals can learn from each other to achieve their full potential.
BC Plant Health Care
Surrey, BC, Canada
Consulting Arborist & Training Provider
Purpose:
Personnel in this position will work closely with the R&D, Consulting & Training Manager, coworkers, clients, and the public providing an abundance of knowledge in arboriculture through written reports, education, and training sessions. The job is a combination of field and office work. The individual will be responsible for producing professional quality reports based on their observations, assessments, data gathered on site, and review of plans and documents. As a Subject Matter Expert in the field of arboriculture, they are a valuable resource to the continuous training and development of staff and the community.
Specific Duties:
A Consulting Arborist & Training Provider Coordinator will have a variety of tasks to perform daily, varying by the work acquired through the sales and consulting team. The main priorities are to perform field work, tree inventories, tree risk assessments, advise on the preservation of trees, prepare written reports, liaise information to clients, coordinate and provide arboriculture training and seminars, assist with consulting and training sales, and demonstrate a high level of competency and adherence to ANSI Standards, ISA Best Management Practices and Code of Ethics, and company safety policies and procedures. This role includes mentoring those who have career paths in consulting, training, and furthering a career in arboriculture.
Consulting
Perform tree resource inventories and management plans
Perform impact evaluations
Perform development impact appraisals, and produce tree preservation and tree replacement plans
Perform tree valuations
Perform tree risk assessments
Safely operate and gather data with equipment such as an Urban Forest Metrix®, Airspade®, AirKnife®, TreeRadar® and Resistograph®.
Ascend trees to perform aerial inspections, obtain observations/data, with experience in performing all duties as a climbing arborist.
Prepare written reports on all aspects of arboricultural consulting.
Create detailed visual aids to accompany reports, using photo editing programs, Adobe software and computer-aided drafting systems such as CADD.
Present data gathered in a comprehensible manner, specific to the intended audience.
Understand, interpret and apply knowledge of municipal tree bylaws.
Training
Host or assist the R&D, Consulting & Training Manager in the provision of arboriculture and safety courses and seminars for company staff and/or the public.
Create lesson/training plans for courses offered to internal and external parties.
Create visual aids and/or handouts to augment knowledge capture for attendees.
Demonstrate expertise in course topic areas such as: ISA Certification/Qualification exams, chainsaw safety & operation, aerial rescue, aerial lift truck operations/rescue, basic pruning, tree planting, consulting tools, report writing, etc.
Safety
Follow, abide, and lead by example in all safety policies and procedures established by ANSI Z133 and BC Plant Health Care.
Support Safety & Training staff in the continuous improvement of company and industry safety standards through review and subject matter expertise.
Participate in safety meetings and encourage safe work practices to all staff.
Qualifications:
Must be an ISA Certified Arborist and have current ISA TRAQ qualification.
Must have at minimum (3) three years of comprehensive arboricultural experience.
Must possess a Class 5 Drivers Licence with Air Brakes Endorsement and without serious contraventions, able to drive company vehicles including trucks.
Must be proficient in digital photography.
CADD experience or education is strongly recommended.
Have knowledge and familiarity of competitors within local demographics, marketing campaigns and sales materials to meet and exceed the industry standards of report writing with a strong emphasis for on-site consulting, tree risk assessment, land use and development, and tree management plans.
Knowledge, Skills & Other Attributes:
Excellent verbal communication skills.
Proactive approach to personal & career growth.
Comfortable with public speaking.
Professional and persuasive written communication.
High attention to detail & accuracy.
Result-focused work ethic.
Collaborative & supportive of team members.
Sensitivity to deadlines & time management.
Strong interpersonal skills with clients.
Flexible with extended hours of work.
Ability to delegate, prioritize and multi-task.
Able to lead & motivate others, set positive examples.
Intermediate computer skills in MS Office & CADD software/similar systems.
Adheres to & promotes strong safety-focused company culture.
Relationships:
Reports To: R&D, Consulting & Training Manager, Operations Manager, District Managers, Safety & Training Officers
External Reports: Customers, Training Attendees, Contractors, and Third-Party Organizations.
Working Conditions:
Can vary depending on consulting projects acquired by sales and consulting team. Outdoor work sites can vary throughout BC Lower Mainland and beyond.
Work time is split between field work gathering data and office time preparing reports, course content for training, and hosting training seminars/courses.
Physical fitness is an asset and ability to safely ascend trees may be necessary for jobs.
Income:
$64,000 - $68,000 annually, depending on experience.
Benefits:
Self Directed Benefits Package
Company Vehicle
Medical & Dental
Paid Vacation/Holidays
Safety Allowance
Life, AD&D, & Critical Illness Insurance
Education/Professional Development Allowance
Consulting Arborist & Training Provider
Purpose:
Personnel in this position will work closely with the R&D, Consulting & Training Manager, coworkers, clients, and the public providing an abundance of knowledge in arboriculture through written reports, education, and training sessions. The job is a combination of field and office work. The individual will be responsible for producing professional quality reports based on their observations, assessments, data gathered on site, and review of plans and documents. As a Subject Matter Expert in the field of arboriculture, they are a valuable resource to the continuous training and development of staff and the community.
Specific Duties:
A Consulting Arborist & Training Provider Coordinator will have a variety of tasks to perform daily, varying by the work acquired through the sales and consulting team. The main priorities are to perform field work, tree inventories, tree risk assessments, advise on the preservation of trees, prepare written reports, liaise information to clients, coordinate and provide arboriculture training and seminars, assist with consulting and training sales, and demonstrate a high level of competency and adherence to ANSI Standards, ISA Best Management Practices and Code of Ethics, and company safety policies and procedures. This role includes mentoring those who have career paths in consulting, training, and furthering a career in arboriculture.
Consulting
Perform tree resource inventories and management plans
Perform impact evaluations
Perform development impact appraisals, and produce tree preservation and tree replacement plans
Perform tree valuations
Perform tree risk assessments
Safely operate and gather data with equipment such as an Urban Forest Metrix®, Airspade®, AirKnife®, TreeRadar® and Resistograph®.
Ascend trees to perform aerial inspections, obtain observations/data, with experience in performing all duties as a climbing arborist.
Prepare written reports on all aspects of arboricultural consulting.
Create detailed visual aids to accompany reports, using photo editing programs, Adobe software and computer-aided drafting systems such as CADD.
Present data gathered in a comprehensible manner, specific to the intended audience.
Understand, interpret and apply knowledge of municipal tree bylaws.
Training
Host or assist the R&D, Consulting & Training Manager in the provision of arboriculture and safety courses and seminars for company staff and/or the public.
Create lesson/training plans for courses offered to internal and external parties.
Create visual aids and/or handouts to augment knowledge capture for attendees.
Demonstrate expertise in course topic areas such as: ISA Certification/Qualification exams, chainsaw safety & operation, aerial rescue, aerial lift truck operations/rescue, basic pruning, tree planting, consulting tools, report writing, etc.
Safety
Follow, abide, and lead by example in all safety policies and procedures established by ANSI Z133 and BC Plant Health Care.
Support Safety & Training staff in the continuous improvement of company and industry safety standards through review and subject matter expertise.
Participate in safety meetings and encourage safe work practices to all staff.
Qualifications:
Must be an ISA Certified Arborist and have current ISA TRAQ qualification.
Must have at minimum (3) three years of comprehensive arboricultural experience.
Must possess a Class 5 Drivers Licence with Air Brakes Endorsement and without serious contraventions, able to drive company vehicles including trucks.
Must be proficient in digital photography.
CADD experience or education is strongly recommended.
Have knowledge and familiarity of competitors within local demographics, marketing campaigns and sales materials to meet and exceed the industry standards of report writing with a strong emphasis for on-site consulting, tree risk assessment, land use and development, and tree management plans.
Knowledge, Skills & Other Attributes:
Excellent verbal communication skills.
Proactive approach to personal & career growth.
Comfortable with public speaking.
Professional and persuasive written communication.
High attention to detail & accuracy.
Result-focused work ethic.
Collaborative & supportive of team members.
Sensitivity to deadlines & time management.
Strong interpersonal skills with clients.
Flexible with extended hours of work.
Ability to delegate, prioritize and multi-task.
Able to lead & motivate others, set positive examples.
Intermediate computer skills in MS Office & CADD software/similar systems.
Adheres to & promotes strong safety-focused company culture.
Relationships:
Reports To: R&D, Consulting & Training Manager, Operations Manager, District Managers, Safety & Training Officers
External Reports: Customers, Training Attendees, Contractors, and Third-Party Organizations.
Working Conditions:
Can vary depending on consulting projects acquired by sales and consulting team. Outdoor work sites can vary throughout BC Lower Mainland and beyond.
Work time is split between field work gathering data and office time preparing reports, course content for training, and hosting training seminars/courses.
Physical fitness is an asset and ability to safely ascend trees may be necessary for jobs.
Income:
$64,000 - $68,000 annually, depending on experience.
Benefits:
Self Directed Benefits Package
Company Vehicle
Medical & Dental
Paid Vacation/Holidays
Safety Allowance
Life, AD&D, & Critical Illness Insurance
Education/Professional Development Allowance
