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