Groundperson

Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada is the leading full-service tree care provider for residential, commercial, utility line clearing, and forestry consulting throughout Canada. As we continue to grow and expand, we are seeking interested and motivated individuals to join our team in various roles. With positions available throughout Toronto and Ontario (and Canada) as well as permanent, seasonal, co-op options, Davey has an opportunity for you in the location you desire

Ontario: Toronto / GTA, Quinte, Muskoka, Mississauga, Oakville, Burlington, Hamilton, Niagara region, Brantford, Cambridge, London, Strathroy, Windsor

BC: Vancouver, Victoria, Nanaimo, Kelowna, Burnaby

Alberta

Manitoba

Position Overview - Groundperson [Arborist Assistant]

Job Duties
- Provide groundwork support for trimming operations.
- Operate chainsaws and chippers while efficiently loading brush materials.
- Support Crew Leader with site setup, debris removal, and equipment maintenance.
- Maintain job sites through raking and leaf blowing.
- Safely rig down tree limbs.
- Abide by Davey and industry safety policies and procedures.

**Qualifications**:

- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Valid provincial driver’s license. Licensed to drive a 5-ton vehicle and air brake endorsement considered an asset.
- Willingness to work towards becoming a certified arborist.
- Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
- Previous landscape/horticulture experience considered an asset.
- Ability to work safely as part of a team and possess the willingness to learn and progress.

Additional Information
- Full time. Year-round employment.
- Occasional overtime required.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Excellent Benefits package and RRSP
- Employee owned company with stock purchase available after 1 year of service.
- Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Davey provides ongoing training and careers advancement opportunities.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.