12 forestry jobs found in Vancouver

Additional Locations:  na Primary Locations:  British Columbia, Vancouver, 1541 West 75th Avenue, V6P 6Z7  Requisition ID:  174459 Position Overview While some people stopped climbing trees as they grew up, we didn’t! If you enjoy being outside in nature, working with equipment and power tools, staying physically active, all while being supported in your personal career development with a world class company that has been in business for over 100 years, this may be the ideal role for you. As an Arborist Assistant you will start by providing ground support, and with training you will quickly advance your capabilities and career to tree climbing and leading a crew daily. This role will provide newcomers to the tree industry with a better understanding of what we do at Davey and provide the right individuals with a career advancement opportunities and training. Job Duties Groundwork support for trimming operations.  Chainsaw and Chipper operation/loading...

Additional Locations:  na Primary Locations:  British Columbia, Vancouver, 1541 West 75th Avenue, V6P 6Z7  Requisition ID:  174460 Position Overview As a  Climbing Arborist  with Davey Tree; you will be in the field and up in the canopy most of your day with a hands-on approach to tree and vegetation management. You will deal directly with the public and will draw on your expert knowledge and experience to ensure the job is done right and on time. Job Duties Perform work in the canopy of the trees at various heights. Operate as an active crew member with support from the ground crew and crew leader. Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients. Pruning, thinning, and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy. Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems. Removal of hazardous trees. Properly maintain, prepare, and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial...

Additional Locations:  na Primary Locations:  British Columbia, Vancouver, 1541 West 75th Avenue, V6P 6Z7  Requisition ID:  174461 Position Overview As a Crew Leader you will lead a team to various job sites throughout the week, ensuring the job is done right, on time and safely. You will be a subject matter expert providing guidance to the team and acting as a mentor for newer team members, assisting them in developing a better understanding of the Arboriculture profession. You will also work to provide an exceptional customer experience as the main point of contact for our clients. Job Duties Safely and efficiently lead a crew in providing arboricultural care for our clients. Directs crew members and equipment as well as planning and executing the assigned work and tasks. Responsible to supervise and assist in the proper maintenance, preparation and operation of all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts....

Additional Locations:  North Interior Primary Locations:  British Columbia, Vancouver, 1541 West 75th Avenue, V6P 6Z7  Requisition ID:  173234 Position Overview As an Arborist Apprentice with Davey Tree you will begin to gain exposure on all aspects of the Arborist role. You will spend your day in the field supporting Arborists all while ensuring a clean, safe, and organized site. In time Davey Tree would look to support the apprentice in becoming a certified Arborist. Job Duties Control lowering ropes. Supply tools for tree workers aloft. Control road and sidewalk traffic as needed by use of warning devices. Perform daily, weekly and monthly maintenance inspections on equipment. Cut, chip and load brush and wood. Complete proper job site cleanup. Assist other crew members in performing job duties. Abide by Davey and industry safety policies and procedures. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Valid provincial...

Additional Locations:  North Interior - Prince George, Smithers, Burns Lake, Hazelton, Terrance Primary Locations:  British Columbia, Vancouver, 1541 West 75th Avenue, V6P 6Z7  Requisition ID:  173230 Position Overview As a Utility Arborist you get to apply your skills for our larger customers across electric delivery and rail. You will support multiple locations across our various contracts ensuring we are constantly able to meet and deliver on our clients expectations. Job Duties Provides line clearing and tree trimming services for major electric utility providers and rail customers Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and crew leader. Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients. Including but not limited to: Pruning, thinning, and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy Removal of hazardous trees Removal or trimming of trees and brush encroaching onto utility or...

Additional Locations:  na Primary Locations:  British Columbia, Vancouver, 1541 West 75th Avenue, V6P 6Z7, British Columbia, Port Coquitlam, 550 Sherling PlaceUnit 1210, V3B 0J6  Requisition ID:  171477 Position Overview As a Utility Arborist you get to apply your skills for our larger customers across electric delivery and rail. You will support multiple locations across our various contracts ensuring we are constantly able to meet and deliver on our clients expectations. Job Duties Provides line clearing and tree trimming services for major electric utility providers and rail customers Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and crew leader. Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients. Including but not limited to: Pruning, thinning, and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy Removal of hazardous trees...

Additional Locations:  na Primary Locations:  British Columbia, Vancouver, 1541 West 75th Avenue, V6P 6Z7  Requisition ID:  172039 Position Overview Directly reporting the Crew Foreman, the Flagger will be responsible for safely controlling the flow of traffic around various work sites. Job Duties Directing the flow of traffic around active worksites using a variety of tools including signs and 2-way radios. Following the traffic control plan as written and communicated by the Site Supervisor or Crew Foreperson. Communicating with Site Supervisors and other Flagger’s to ensure traffic is flowing efficiently and with as minimal disruption as possible. Interacting with pedestrians and motorists, as needed. Working at multiple locations and under a variety of weather conditions. Other duties, as required. Qualifications Excellent communication skills. A positive attitude and willingness to work as a part of a team. Previous experience as a...

Additional Locations:  British Columbia Primary Locations:  British Columbia, Vancouver, 1541 West 75th Avenue, V6P 6Z7  Requisition ID:  172922 Position Overview As an Arborist Apprentice with Davey Tree you will begin to gain exposure on all aspects of the Arborist role. You will spend your day in the field supporting Arborists all while ensuring a clean, safe, and organized site. In time Davey Tree would look to support the apprentice in becoming a certified Arborist. Job Duties Control lowering ropes. Supply tools for tree workers aloft. Control road and sidewalk traffic as needed by use of warning devices. Perform daily, weekly and monthly maintenance inspections on equipment. Cut, chip and load brush and wood. Complete proper job site cleanup. Assist other crew members in performing job duties. Abide by Davey and industry safety policies and procedures. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Valid provincial...

Additional Locations:  na Primary Locations:  British Columbia, Port Coquitlam, 550 Sherling PlaceUnit 1210, V3B 0J6  Requisition ID:  174789 Position Overview As an  Arborist Apprentice  with Davey Tree you will begin to gain exposure on all aspects of the Arborist role. You will spend your day in the field supporting Arborists all while ensuring a clean, safe, and organized site. In time Davey Tree would look to support the apprentice in becoming a certified Arborist. Job Duties Control lowering ropes. Supply tools for tree workers aloft. Control road and sidewalk traffic as needed by use of warning devices. Perform daily, weekly and monthly maintenance inspections on equipment. Cut, chip and load brush and wood. Complete proper job site cleanup. Assist other crew members in performing job duties. Abide by Davey and industry safety policies and procedures. Qualifications Valid provincial driver’s license. Licensed to drive a 5-ton...

Additional Locations:  na Primary Locations:  British Columbia, Port Coquitlam, 550 Sherling PlaceUnit 1210, V3B 0J6  Requisition ID:  174787 Position Overview As a  Climbing Arborist  with Davey Tree; you will be in the field and up in the canopy most of your day with a hands-on approach to tree and vegetation management. You will deal directly with the public and will draw on your expert knowledge and experience to ensure the job is done right and on time. Job Duties Perform work in the canopy of the trees at various heights. Operate as an active crew member with support from the ground crew and crew leader. Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients. Pruning, thinning, and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy. Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems. Removal of hazardous trees. Properly maintain, prepare, and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws,...

Additional Locations:  na Primary Locations:  British Columbia, Port Coquitlam, 550 Sherling PlaceUnit 1210, V3B 0J6  Requisition ID:  174788 Position Overview As a Crew Leader you will lead a team to various job sites throughout the week, ensuring the job is done right, on time and safely. You will be a subject matter expert providing guidance to the team and acting as a mentor for newer team members, assisting them in developing a better understanding of the Arboriculture profession. You will also work to provide an exceptional customer experience as the main point of contact for our clients. Job Duties Safely and efficiently lead a crew in providing arboricultural care for our clients. Directs crew members and equipment as well as planning and executing the assigned work and tasks. Responsible to supervise and assist in the proper maintenance, preparation and operation of all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial...

Additional Locations:  na Primary Locations:  British Columbia, Nanaimo, 202-2520 Bowen Road, V9T 3L3  Requisition ID:  174546 Position Overview As an Arborist Apprentice with Davey Tree you will begin to gain exposure on all aspects of the Arborist role. You will spend your day in the field supporting Arborists all while ensuring a clean, safe, and organized site. In time Davey Tree would look to support the apprentice in becoming a certified Arborist. Job Duties Control lowering ropes. Supply tools for tree workers aloft. Control road and sidewalk traffic as needed by use of warning devices. Perform daily, weekly and monthly maintenance inspections on equipment. Cut, chip and load brush and wood. Complete proper job site cleanup. Assist other crew members in performing job duties. Abide by Davey and industry safety policies and procedures....