Grounds Crew

We are looking for an extremely keen and safety conscious person to fill this position who has a passion and interest in the Arboriculture industry and wants to learn more This is an entry level position with opportunities for growth and advancement.

**Position Requirements**:

- Able to arrive on time with a professional appearance, positive attitude, eagerness to work, fit for work and fully equipped.
- Capable of performing physically demanding manual labour in a variety of weather conditions.
- Able to carry out all duties safely and efficiently while following the Company safety policies and procedures.
- Provides innovative and thought-out solutions to issues in the workplace to increase customer loyalty and employee engagement.
- Able to communicate clearly and concisely with clients, co-workers, and management.
- Actively participates in meetings, tailboards, safety talks and provides valued input into constructive change.
- Able to help create and maintain a positive and productive team environment and culture.
- Capable of taking direction and feedback from crew leaders and management.
- Able to perform ground support operations such as, but not limited to, rigging, cutting, brush management and chipping, site clean up, leaving site as it was when you arrived.
- Able to perform rigging techniques to lower wood materials from heights.
- Ensures end of day tasks are completed, (vehicles cleaned, washed, plugged in, equipment inspected, saws sharpened)
- Accurately completes all necessary paperwork (timesheets, tailboards, truck checks, etc.)

**Education/Assets**:

- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Chainsaw training or certification.
- Valid provincial driver’s license. Class G license and clean driver abstract.
- Willingness to work towards becoming a certified Arborist.
- Ability to work safely as part of a team and possess the willingness to learn and progress.
- First Aid/CPR considered an asset.
- Knowledge of industry rules and regulations considered an asset.

**Additional Information**:

- 40-44 hours per week (depending on weather and season)
- Overtime hours (beyond 44 hours per week) are likely, but not definite, during spring and summer months
- Work hours are approximately Monday to Friday 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the spring/summer months and 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the fall/winter months (work hours may vary due to weather, etc.)

**Wage**:
Based on experience $17.00 to $20.00 per hour

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