UTILITY ARBORIST APPRENTICE (Any Level)

JOB POSTING – #2025-03

UTILITY ARBORIST APPRENTICE (Any Level)

4 Vacancies

17 Trees is a fast-growing company that was established by a group of Electrical Distributors in Ontario to service the Algoma, Sudbury and North Bay regions in ensuring utility line clearance and reliable electricity.

17 Trees is looking to hire a full-time Utility Arborist Apprentice to service the area that spans from the Algoma region to North Bay and surrounding area to ensure utility line clearance and reliable electricity.

Wage Range: $27.66 – $36.07

Location: Sault Ste. Marie, Sudbury or North Bay

Reporting to the General Manager, the Utility Arborist Apprentice will be responsible to:

· Perform arboricultural work including aerial operations, climbing, use of bucket trucks, and vegetation pruning and removals.

· Safely operate equipment used in arboricultural work (chainsaws, brush clippers, stump grinders etc.)

· Climb trees and work at various heights including operating near energized conductors.

· Understand and ensure compliance with applicable legislation and standards.

· Must be able to work away from home for 4 days per week.

Qualifications:

· Enrolled in post-secondary diploma in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Horticulture or related discipline or equivalent experience is an asset.

· Experience conducting active tree care is an asset.

· MTCU registered.

· Hold or ability to obtain a valid DZ License.

· Demonstrate a strong safety mentality.

· Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Resumes stating qualifications and work experience can be submitted to people.culture@ssmpuc.com quoting the position noted above.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage diversity in our workplace. Accommodation is available for applicants upon request. We thank all applicants for their interest however, only those candidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship

Pay: $27.66-$36.07 per hour

Work Location: In person