Arborist - Ground Crew

Vista Tree Management

  • Toronto, ON
  • Permanent
  • Temps-plein
  • Il y a 2 mois
OpportunityWe're growing our team of dedicated tree care professionals committed to improving the health, safety, and beauty of Toronto's urban forest. This is a chance to start or build a career in arboriculture alongside people who take pride in their work, support each other, and are passionate about the craft.Ground crew members are required to perform heavy physical duties on a variety of tasks which are generally semi-skilled in nature. Duties will vary depending on the type of work assigned to crew.A Grounds Crew Member at Vista Tree Management is:
  • Eager to work hard and develop new skills outdoors in all weather
  • Ready to support tree crews by managing brush, tools, and equipment
  • Committed to safety and focused on learning proper techniques
  • A reliable teammate who values communication and accountability
  • Energetic, respectful, and motivated to improve every day
  • Comfortable with physical, hands-on work in a fast-paced environment
Key Responsibilities
  • Haul branches, wood, and debris safely from the work area to the truck
  • Assist climbers and equipment operators with ropes, rigging, and ground support
  • Operate and maintain hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and other jobsite equipment
  • Keep the jobsite clean, organized, and safe
  • Help load and unload tools and gear before and after jobs
  • Follow direction from the Crew Lead and communicate clearly with team members
You Should Have:
  • Experience with or willingness to learn chainsaw use and basic tool maintenance
  • A strong work ethic and ability to perform repetitive physical tasks
  • Interest and ability to perform heavy physical labour in a team environment in all weather conditions
  • Respect for safety protocols and commitment to wearing required PPE
  • A valid G license with clean abstract (or plans to obtain one) is an asset but not required
  • 1+ year experience in tree care, landscaping, construction, or other outdoor work is preferred
  • High school diploma is an asset, but not required
We Offer:
  • Full training and support to help you grow in the arboriculture trade
  • Uniforms and safety equipment provided
  • Competitive hourly wage based on experience
  • Opportunities for advancement into other roles
  • Opportunity to register as an apprentice Arborist and/or Horticulturalist
  • Paid training and certification assistance
  • Best-in-class Employee Health and Dental Plan
  • Paid vacation and sick days
  • A respectful and supportive team environment
Work Details:
  • Based out of our east-end Toronto shop (TTC-accessible; nearest station: Warden)
  • 35–50 hours per week (Monday–Friday), 7:00am start
  • Work performed outdoors year-round on residential and commercial properties
If you're looking for meaningful work, a supportive team, and the chance to build a career in arboriculture from the ground up, we'd love to hear from you.No phone calls, please. Only applicants with complete applications will be contacted. Open work permit holders currently residing in Canada are welcome to apply, but we are unable to sponsor international applicants at this time.

Vista Tree Management