Posted 2 months ago
Crew Lead - Climbing Arborist
@ Grow Tree Care
Courtenay, British Columbia
Overview
Grow Tree Care, a family-run arboriculture company in the Comox Valley, is hiring a full-time Climbing Arborist Crew Lead. The role leads tree removals and pruning over 14 feet, oversees job site operations and safety, and mentors crew members. Pay is $32 to $40 per hour depending on experience, with a health spending account, gear allowance and training.
Pay:
$32–$40 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Tree care services including removals and pruning over 14'
- Performing and overseeing operations at job sites
- Safety at the job site
- Communicating with clients at job sites
- Mentoring crew members
Requirements summary:
- ISA Certification
- 4 years climbing experience with an arboriculture company
- Crew leading experience focused on pruning and tree retention
- Valid BC driver's licence and clean driving record
- Physically fit and able to lift heavy objects and work in inclement weather
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-12
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-15
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Experience | 4+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Client sites |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer none |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | ISA Certification, BC driver's licence |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | driving record |
| Perks mentioned | Paid training, Home office allowance |
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Grow Tree Care
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1 |
Tree Care for People Who Care About Trees
We are seeking an experienced Climbing Arborist - Crew Lead to join our arboriculture team. This is a rare opportunity to experience Island life at its finest in the beautiful Comox Valley, and to join a well-respected company with strong values and a genuine love of nature.
- Do work you care about!
- Ethically run, values-based company with a fun and respectful team. We care about our people just as much as we care about the work we do.
- $32-$40 per hour (depending on experience), health spending account, gear allowance, and training.
- 100% locally owned and operated.
- Located in the beautiful Comox Valley on Vancouver Island.
Love trees? So do we…
Grow Tree Care is a family-run arboriculture company that prides itself on quality tree work. We emphasize the integration of trees within the urban landscape and in finding the balance between the client’s objective and the health of the tree. We take special care and pride in our client relationships, and we work to ISA standards, including tree retention and proper pruning techniques.
The Position
The Climbing Arborist - Crew Lead reports to the Owner, and has responsibility for:
- Tree care services, including removals and pruning over 14’
- Performing and overseeing operations at job sites
- Safety at the job site
- Communicating effectively with clients at job sites
- Mentoring other crew members
You might be the ideal person if:
- You enjoy working with people as much as you enjoy working with trees
- You have experience crew leading with a company that focuses on pruning and tree retention rather than removals
- You’re friendly and professional
- You view pruning and high-quality tree work as your craft
- You have an ISA Certification and 4 years climbing experience with an arboriculture company
- You have a valid BC Driver’s Licence & clean driving record
- You are physically fit, aware of body positioning during tasks, able to lift heavy objects & work in inclement weather
Why should you apply?
This is a great opportunity to work with a dedicated, skilled team with shared values and to engage in varied, interesting work. Grow Tree Care nurtures a respectful working environment and believes in supporting a healthy work-life balance for its team so they are able to enjoy the amazing community we live in. Learn more about Careers at Grow Tree Care.
Grow Tree Care is located in the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. There is a vibrant arts and food community, and a multitude of year-round sports and outdoor activities for all ages. Local business is thriving, and throughout the year the valley hosts a variety of activities and events.
How to apply
If you think working with Grow Tree Care is right for you, please submit your resume and cover letter.
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