Climbing Arborist

We're looking for a Climbing Arborist who brings strong leadership, technical skills, and a commitment to safe, high-quality tree care. If you're an experienced tree care professional who enjoys leading a crew, working outdoors, and taking pride in doing the job right, this is an opportunity to grow your career with a company that invests in its people. As an Climbing Arborist, you'll lead and support your crew while completing tree removal and abatement work. You'll help plan each job, communicate work plans to your team, and take responsibility for safety and quality on site. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll spend your days working alongside your crew, operating equipment, managing site activities, and ensuring work is completed safely and professionally. Lead, train, and support your crew on job sites Safely complete tree removal and abatement work as assigned Plan jobs and communicate work plans to the crew before starting Safely operate aerial lifts, chippers, chainsaws, ropes, and rigging equipment Climb using both spurred and spur‑less techniques Maintain equipment, including sharpening, greasing, and oiling as required Complete crew timecards and other required documentation Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work site Represent Horizon professionally and provide exceptional customer service Be courteous and respectful to clients, coworkers, and the public Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence; Air Brake endorsement is an asset Traffic Control Person Certification is an asset Secondary school completion is an asset Post-secondary education in horticulture, arboriculture, or a related field is an asset ISA Arborist, TRAQ, or Utility Arborist Certification is an asset 1+ year of supervisory or crew leadership experience ~ Experience with tree removal and abatement ~ Experience with ropes and rigging ~ Comfortable operating aerial lift trucks and chippers ~ Experience working outdoors in all weather conditions ~ Comfortable using iPads, Microsoft Outlook, and other technology This is a 100% field-based role requiring physical work, including lifting 50+ lbs, bending, crouching, twisting, climbing, and standing or walking for extended periods. You'll work outdoors in changing weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold, rain, and snow. ~$Vacation pay paid out on every cheque ~ Eligible for the Company bonus program after 1 year ~ Ongoing training and development opportunities ~ We're committed to promoting from within and helping our people build lasting careers. As an Climbing Arborist, you'll have the opportunity to strengthen your leadership skills, expand your technical expertise, and make a real impact on your crew and the work we deliver. #