Wright Tree Service of Canada

This position will be predominantly located in Calgary, AB . Candidates must enjoy working outdoors in all types of weather, and be willing to work early mornings or through the night, with possible weekend work.

Why Wright Tree Service :

Competitive pay : $24-$28 per hour, based on experience and level.

Benefits package.

Full-time employment

Training, development, and career advancement opportunities.

Employee Share Ownership Plan

A commitment to safety, ethical standards, and teamwork.

Responsibilities (but not limited to) :

Fertilizing, including but not limited to, root injection of trees and soap application for insect control

Landscape maintenance

Planting & stump-grinding

Daytime & early morning skid-steer operations.

Early morning snow crews clearing walks and drives at commercial centers, shopping malls and residential properties.

Early morning sanding truck drivers to sanding parking lots.

Overnight skid-steer operations.

Overnight plow-truck operations.

Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.

Helps enforce on-the-job safety practices for crew members.

Safeguards employees and public from hazards in and around the work area.

Cooperates with customer, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways.

Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, etc. to protect employees as well as the public.

Requirements :

Possess the ability to lift, move, and maneuver up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis and up to 30 pounds on a frequent basis.

Valid class 5 driver’s license with a clean driving record, air brakes endorsement a plus

Valid First-Aid and CPR cards preferred

Ability to work long hours and overtime during emergencies (including holidays, weekends, storm work) and will be subject to call-out work.

Must adhere to Wright Tree Service of Canada’s Employee / Contractor Smoking, Alcohol and Drug Policy Minimum Requirements handbook.

Experience working around excessive noise from machines, chainsaws, woodchipper and must wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE).

Ability to work outdoors, exposed to all temperatures and weather; will be exposed to nature, i.e., irritating plants, biting or stinging insects, dust, etc.

May work on rough terrain.

Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.

Must be able to write, read, and comprehend written and verbal job instructions / information.

Must be able to communicate with others with respect and comprehend written and verbal job instructions or information while representing Wright Tree Service of Canada in a professional manner.

Ability to work independently and self-motivate with good time management.