Certified/Qualified Arborist

Job Title: 

Certified/Qualified Arborist

Pay Rate:

$25-$50 per hour Pay or Salary is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Bonus Structure for Sales Position to reward efforts and excellence.

Main Purpose of the Job:

To Quote & Operate a Tree Service Crew with Apprentice while keeping business reputation and client experience a priority. 

Direct Reports:

Evan Stewart, Owner

Duties and Responsibilities:

Production Tree Climber

• Excellent Attendance and punctuality.
• Responsible for own transportation to yard (Courtice).
• Knowledge and experience in completing safety tailboards.
• Responsible for Book 7 set ups.
• To adhere to Arboriculture standards regarding safety and techniques.
• Gear Inspections of crew and tools.
• Time management of jobs.
• Excellent client customer service.
• Communicate professionally with Ground crew & Apprentice.
• Contribution to Social Media (Instagram) with Photos/videos.
• Yard Duties: Keeping yard neat and tidy.
• Responsible for safe operation of personal and business tools: Chainsaws, Wood Chipper, Vehicles (automatic), hand tools, stump grinder.
• Perform all aspects of tree care, including but not limited to Pruning, Removal, Deadwooding, Hazards, safely and skillfully
• Experience in driving Large trucks with equipment towed behind.

Sales & Management

• Communicate with Office to receive quotes for Tree Care/Plant Health Care.
• Responsible for completing Arborist Reports.
• Responsible in providing competitive and profitable quotes to clients with excellent customer service and knowledge of the industry.
• Focus on new business development, up-selling clients if opportunity arises.
• Deliver a professional client experience in all interactions.
• End of day communication in work scheduling with Office Manager & Owner.
• Following up with clients to ensure customer satisfaction post job completion and encourage reviews.

Arborist Apprentice Training

• To help give Apprentices new experiences in the tree care industry with climbing, pruning and gear use. (MRS, SRS climbing systems).
• To help apprentices with decision making using professional Arboriculture standards.
• Continue with training and understanding regarding best Arboriculture practices .
• *Apprentices received will be enrolled or attending Post Secondary Arboriculture Programs*.

Plant Health Care Management (ASSET)

• Responsible for completing Arborist Reports.
• Installation of structural support systems (steel cabling, cobra cabling).
• Deep root fertilizing.
• Tree Planting.
• Insect and Disease diagnosis.
• Root Crown Excavation.
• Assist Owner in further Developing Division of Company.

Qualifications:

• Post Secondary School Certification in Forestry or Arboriculture
• 6+ years  of Driving experience
• 5+ Years Climbing Experience
• Experience in a Supervisor Role
• First Aid Training 
• Valid, with clean drivers Abstract, G licence
• Pass Police background check
• ArbCanada Training (Asset)
• Spray Technician (Asset)
• ISA Certified (Asset)
• Working at Heights (Asset)
• D License (Asset)

Working Conditions:

• Stewart Services works in all weather conditions. The Day can be called when the working conditions are no longer acceptable or safe for crew.
• This role will be overseen heavily and in partnership with the Owner to ensure all Tree Service crews are running efficiently and productively.
• The candidate is to provide feedback on a regular basis regarding business improvement opportunities 
• Work schedule is Monday to Friday with weekends based off of business need.
• Stewart Services operates 12 months of the year.
• Overtime is available.
• Employment start date is flexible.
• Sales work schedule to be discussed at time of Interview.

Physical Requirements:

Strength Guideline:

• Can lift 60lbs using smart lifting practices.

Motion Parameters:

• Arborist is expected to use good Ergonomics to stay safe on worksite.

Psychological Demands:

• Employee is expected to make quick decisions, Supervise workers, problems solve.

What we Provide:

• Advancement opportunities
• Excellent in house Benefits Program (Customizable); Vision, Dental, Mental Heath Services, Chiropractic & Massage
• Stewart Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer
• Gear Allowance, use towards preferred clothing or tools
• WSIB Coverage for all employees
• Training and Continued Education Allowance
• Will provide company vehicle for quotes or will pay mileage for personal vehicle