Arborist Climber - Vernon, BC

OVERVIEW

What are you looking for in an arboricultural career? Do you want to make a lasting impact?  Gain expertise via access to breakthrough research and development? Or would you like to advance as far as your hard work and ambitions will take you? Bartlett Tree Experts offers all of that - and more. As the oldest, largest, and premier scientific tree and shrub care company in the world, our people thrive in a safety-first, entrepreneurial, promote-from-within environment. Join our family-owned company -  and make our next success story your own.

We are seeking experienced Arborist Climbers who have a passion for preserving and caring for trees. This position will involve pruning and general maintenance of trees and shrubs on commercial and residential properties. 

Pay Rate: $22-$28/hr based on experience. Benefits including; Paid Holidays, Health, Dental, Life insurance, Health Spending Account, monthly incentive bonus, and annual boot allowance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform all required ground, climbing, and aerial lift duties in support of specific job assignments, as directed by the crew leader
• Demonstrate high safety standards, sound tree risk assessment skills, equipment inspection skills, proper application of approved knots, proper climbing techniques and procedures, proper pruning and small removal skills, and proper rigging skills
• Learn, understand, and adhere to all safety rules and company safety policies
• Responsible for carrying out other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader or designated supervisor, Arborist Representative, or Local Manager

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 1 year of climbing (DdRT or SRT) and bucket operation experience in the tree care industry
• Valid driver's license and clean MVR
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or a related field is preferred but not required