Job Summary

We have added a new Bucket Truck to our Fleet and are seeking a Climbing Arborist / Bucket Truck Arborist who will be responsible for performing safe, efficient, and high-quality arboricultural services on residential and commercial properties. This role involves climbing trees and/or operating aerial lift equipment to complete pruning, removals, and other tree care tasks in accordance with industry best practices and company standards. The successful candidate demonstrates strong technical skills, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work effectively as part of a crew while representing the company professionally on job sites.

Duties

Note: Duties may vary day-to-day; the following is not an exhaustive list.

- Adhere to all Buck’s Tree Service safety standards, including site hazard identification, use of proper barriers, and creation of effective work-site plans.
- Complete daily truck logbooks, safety reports, and equipment documentation.
- Operate vehicles with standard transmission and safely tow and back up trailers.
- Competently operate industry-related equipment such as chainsaws, chippers, stump grinders, bucket trucks, hand saws, and pruners.
- Perform all aspects of arboricultural work, including tree climbing, trimming, removals, and felling at various heights.
- Lead crews effectively, ensuring productivity, safety, and quality of work.
- Communicate professionally with customers, the public, coworkers, and management.
- Maintain solid organizational skills and uphold company service standards on every job site.

Experience

- Genuine passion for the arboriculture industry.




- Minimum 1-3 years of skilled climbing experience required.
- ISA Certification is considered an asset (or willingness to obtain).
- TRAQ and additional industry certifications considered an asset.
- Valid Class 5 driver’s licence with clean driver’s abstract. Ability to drive Standard is considered an asset.
- First Aid certification considered an asset.
- Fall arrest certification required.
- Steel-toed work boots required.
- Experience operating aerial lift devices or bucket trucks safely and efficiently.
- Ability to perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on bucket trucks.
- Knowledge of bucket truck safety standards and fall protection procedures.
- Proficiency in using bucket controls safely when maneuvering around utility lines, structures, and tree canopies.
- Aerial rescue training or willingness to obtain certification.

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal Pay: $30.00-$45.00 per hour

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Spruce Grove, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):
- Are you physically capable of performing demanding, high-intensity tasks for long periods of time?
- This position is only open to candidates that have experience in the Arboriculture trade and have the ability to Climb as well as operate Bucket Trucks, do you have this experience?

Experience:
- professional arborist climbing : 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence with a clean driver's abstract (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Climbing Arborist/Arborist Bucket Truck Operator (Spruce Grove)
🏢 Buck's Tree Service
📍 Spruce Grove