Careers

Available Positions: Arborist, Groundsman, Crane Operator

Arborist

JOB DESCRIPTION

Certified Arborist
Big Tree Services is looking to fill an available position as Certified Arborist/Climber.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Some industry experience
  • ISA Certified, Certified Arborists preferred
  • Knowledgeable and competent in the safe operation of Aerial lifts, Chippers, Chainsaws
  • G, DZ License (DZ licence preferred but not required)

BENEFITS

  • Competitive wages
  • Company clothing and equipment allowance provided
  • Opportunity for career advancement
  • Benefits (health, dental, vision)

PRIMARY DUTIES

  • Utilize advanced felling and rigging techniques to demonstrate and practice proper pruning techniques, and removal of trees at various risk levels
  • Utilize current industry standard climbing procedures and aerial lifts to facilitate job requirements
  • Maintain equipment as needed
  • Maintain a high level of technical knowledge
  • Demonstrate knowledge of trees and shrubs, with the ability to provide recommendations for proper care
  • Able to work well with others and communicate cordially and effectively with clients
  • Act as an effective team leader

EXPERIENCE

  • Tree Climbing
  • Experience as a team leader preferred but training available
License or certification: G, DZ License - Certified Arborist
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $25-$35 per hour (based on experience)

Groundsman

JOB DESCRIPTION

Big Tree Services is looking to fill an available position as groundsman.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Willing and able to work outdoors in all weather
  • Ability to lift min. 50lbs
  • Chipper and chainsaw experience
  • Problem solving and communication experience

BENEFITS

  • Competitive wages
  • Company clothing and equipment allowance provided
  • Opportunity for career advancement
  • Benefits (health, dental, vision)

PRIMARY DUTIES

  • Assist the Arborist working at heights and crew members on the ground
  • Perform required general maintenance and daily equipment inspection
  • Pruning, limbing, chipping and other tree tasks
  • Execution of job site cleanup
  • Follow safety policies and procedures
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Based on experience

Crane Operator (Tree Specific)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Big Tree Services is looking to fill an available position as Crane Operator.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience working on crane required
  • Crane licence an asset
  • Previous experience in tree related work an asset
  • DZ License

BENEFITS

  • Competitive wages
  • Company clothing and equipment allowance provided
  • Opportunity for career advancement
  • Benefits (health, dental, vision)

PRIMARY DUTIES

  • Operate the crane and assisting other crew members
  • Remove, load tree debris, limbs, and tree trunks/sections
  • Communicate with climbers and groundmen to ensure safe and efficient crane operations
  • Perform inspections, safety checks
  • Ability to operate additional equipment an asset (bucket truck, chipper, chainsaw)
  • Follow safety policies and procedures
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Based on experience