Posted 10 days ago
Utility Tree Trimmer / Bucket Operator
@ The Davey Tree Expert Company
Pickering, Ontario
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Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company is hiring a full-time Utility Tree Trimmer / Bucket Operator in Pickering, Ontario, for line clearing and tree trimming for electric utility and rail clients. The work involves climbing, pruning, removing hazardous trees and operating chainsaws, chippers and aerial lifts. The posting states $26-$35 per hour, 40+ hours weekly with overtime available, and year-round employment.
Responsibilities:
- Trim and remove trees and brush on utility and rail rights-of-way
- Operate as an active member of a crew with ground crew and crew leader
- Remove hazardous trees safely
- Operate and maintain chainsaws, chippers and aerial lifts
- Set up and clean up job sites
Requirements summary:
- Certified Arborist or Utility Tree Trimmer designation, or equivalent
- Experience pruning and removing from rope and saddle or aerial lift
- Utility tree trimming and climbing experience
- Valid provincial driver's licence; 5-ton vehicle licence an asset
- Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Retirement plan
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-03
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-14
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Job details
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Vehicle, Client sites |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 50 lb · computer none |
| Licences & certifications | Certified Arborist, Utility Tree Trimmer, Air brake endorsement |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Stock or equity, Paid training |
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The Davey Tree Expert Company
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Job description
Company: Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited
Locations: Pickering, Ontario
Additional Locations: NA
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 230913
Position Overview
As a Utility Tree Trimmer, you can rest assured that one day will never be the same as the other. In this role you will have a chance to travel to several work sites across a geographic area and put your certification as either a Certified Utility Arborist or Utility Tree Trimmer to work as you safely execute trimming for our utility clients; the work you do will ensure the ongoing and safe transmission of electricity.
Job Duties
The Davey Tree Expert Company of Canada, Limited, is committed to scientifically based horticultural and environmental services with outstanding client service. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.
If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please email [email protected].
Locations: Pickering, Ontario
Additional Locations: NA
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 230913
Position Overview
As a Utility Tree Trimmer, you can rest assured that one day will never be the same as the other. In this role you will have a chance to travel to several work sites across a geographic area and put your certification as either a Certified Utility Arborist or Utility Tree Trimmer to work as you safely execute trimming for our utility clients; the work you do will ensure the ongoing and safe transmission of electricity.
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.
- Removal of hazardous trees.
- Removal or trimming of trees and brush encroaching onto utility or transportation rights of ways.
- Properly maintain, prepare, and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.
- Responsible for job site set up, clean up.
- Abide by Davey and industry safety policies and procedures.
- Certified Arborist or Utility Tree Trimmer designation required or equivalent.
- Experience performing pruning and removals from rope and saddle and/or aerial lift.
- Utility tree trimming and climbing experience.
- Valid provincial driver’s license. Licensed to drive a 5-ton vehicle and air brake endorsement considered an asset.
- Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
- Ability to work safely as part of a team and possess the willingness to learn and progress.
- $26-$35/hour. Wage will be determined based on education, experience, and relevant qualifications or certifications.
- Annual wage increases.
- Performance Bonus potential.
- Davey provides ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.
- Full-time, year-round employment.
- 40+ hours weekly, available OT.
- Travel opportunities.
- Excellent Benefits package and RRSP/TFSA Matching Program.
- Employee-owned company with stock purchase available after 6 months of service.
- Employee Referral Program and other employee perks.
The Davey Tree Expert Company of Canada, Limited, is committed to scientifically based horticultural and environmental services with outstanding client service. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.
If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please email [email protected].
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