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Skilled Arborist
@ Default Brand
Surrey, British Columbia
Overview
Default Brand is hiring a full-time Skilled Arborist to deliver safety-conscious, high-quality arboricultural services and lead crews. The work covers pruning, climbing, removals, stump grinding, risk assessments and storm cleanup. Pay is $31.00 to $40.00 per hour depending on experience, with a $5,000 sign-on bonus and paid benefits.
Pay:
$31–$40 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Perform pruning, climbing, removals and stump grinding
- Lead, supervise and motivate crews
- Complete tailgate and work order records
- Advise clients and collect payments
- Operate heavy machinery and maintain company equipment
Requirements summary:
- At least 4 years arboricultural or climbing experience
- Class 5 licence with air brakes endorsement
- WHMIS and First Aid certificates
- ISA Certified Arborist or comparable training considered
- Strong communication and organization skills
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · ultipro
- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-23
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-19
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-03
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Experience | 4+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Vehicle, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Class 5 licence, Air brakes endorsement, WHMIS, First Aid, ISA Certified Arborist |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Relocation assistance, Signing bonus, Performance bonus, Home office allowance |
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Default Brand
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 126 |
Skilled Arborist
This position currently has a sign-on bonus of $5,000 and competitive pay + paid benefits!
Specific Duties:
A Skilled Arborist will have a variety of duties and activities to perform daily, with the main priority being monitoring and delivering safety conscious and high-quality arboricultural services. The list, below, details the specific duties assigned to this role. Please note, this list is subject to change and other related duties may be asked/required of the employee.
Arboricultural
- Pruning
- Climbing
- Removals
- Chipping
- Stump Grinding
- Root Pruning & Root Barrier Installation
- Hedge Shearing
- Plant Health Care Diagnosis & Treatment
- Planting & Plant Relocation
- Cable & Bracing
- Tree Risk Assessments
- Emergency Work & Storm Clean Up
- Operating Heavy Machinery/Hand Tools
- Practice Basic Tool Maintenance
Record Keeping
- Maintain records of work orders.
- Complete Tailgate Records for every job.
- Acknowledge & witness safety / training passport tailgates.
- Attend all district safety meetings.
- Ensure PHC trucks are prepared, filled, and refueled for each work day.
Leadership
- Lead, supervise, and motivate crews.
- Ensure compliance to BCPHC’s Occupational Health & Safety Policies/Procedures.
- Lead by example through supporting safety culture and meticulous workmanship.
- Be accountable for the maintenance and proper use of company equipment, tools, and vehicles.
Customer Service
- Interact, communicate, and coordinate with clients and public on an as-needed basis.
- Ensure the safety of the public/customers when performing services.
- Collect payments from clients.
- Advise clients on status of services and nature of work being performed.
Qualifications:
- At least 4 years of arboricultural/climbing/aerial lift truck experience.
- ISA Certified Arborist, or comparable industry training will be considered.
- Possess or obtain a Class 5 Drivers Licence with Air Brakes Endorsement shortly after hire.
- WHMIS Certificate required.
- First Aid Certificate required.
Knowledge, Skills and Other Attributes:
- Effectively use interpersonal skills – crews & clients.
- Desire to pursue sales & build client rapport.
- Strong communication skills – verbal & written.
- Demonstrates attention to detail & accuracy.
- Strong organization & time management skills.
- Represents the company in a professional manner.
- Production and result-focused work ethic.
- Extensive knowledge of Arboricultural practices.
- Analytical decision making & problem-solving skills.
- Comply with and practice ANSI Z133 Safety Standards.
Income:
$31.00 - $40.00 per hour, depending on experience.
Benefits:
• Term Relocation Bonus available
• Self Directed Benefits Package
• Medical & Dental
• Safety Allowance
• Life, AD&D, & Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Carpool Program
• Paid vacation/holidays
• Paid sick days
• Paid day off on your birthday
• Education/Professional Development Allowance
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