Chainsaw Operator/Labourer (Manitoba)

Chainsaw Operator/Labourer (Manitoba)

06 Nov
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Wright Canada Holdings
|
Manitoba

06 Nov

Wright Canada Holdings

Manitoba

Wright Tree Service of Canada -Chainsaw operator -Requires a driver's license -Forestry or arboriculture experience preferred -Travel required

Essential Job Duties

- Keep the worksite clean and organized by removing fallen tree debris, including branches, leaves, and trunks
- Ensure that pathways are clear and protected for workers and equipment
- Support Arborists fetching tools, holding materials, or providing general help
- Load and unload trucks with logs, stumps, brush, and debris, or feed brush into a woodchipper
- Set up tools and equipment for arborists to use
- Help arborists assess the health and structural integrity of trees, possibly by assisting with measurements, observations, or gathering data
- Perform physically demanding manual labor in various weather conditions
- Set up barriers or signs to keep the area safe for the crew and the public
- Request repairs or replacement of equipment when necessary
- Actively support and encourage working safely and supporting a positive team environment
- Report safety hazards or unsafe working conditions to supervisors
- Ensure that materials and equipment are stored in a safe and organized manner
- Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with Wright’s culture of safety and employee ownership
- Comply with applicable federal, provincial, and municipal laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings

Other Duties

- Position may require some outside travel
- During emergencies or natural disasters may be required to be on duty for the duration of the disaster
- Works around excessive noise from machines, chainsaws,



woodchipper and must wear proper personal protective equipment

Supervisory Duties

(Duties of supervising others.)

Knowledge, Skills & Ability Requirements

(Knowledge – Comprehension of a body of information acquired by experience or study. Skill – a present, observable competence to perform an activity. Ability – a competence to perform an observable behavior.)

- Eager to learn knowledge of trees, including identification and growth habits would be Enforce on-the-job safety practices
- Possess the ability to lift move and maneuver up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis and up to 30 pounds on a frequent basis
- Ability to prioritize competing tasks, as new situations continue to emerge
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite products utilizing the latest operating systems
- Experience with Apple-based products
- Demonstrate excellent customer service focusing on rapport-building, listening, questioning and patience
- Ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced, and ever-changing environment
- Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees and vendors

Education, Certification & Experience Requirements

- A High School Diploma or higher
- Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license,



and a current Drivers Abstract with less than 6 demerit points Applicant must pass pre-employment drug screening

Other Preferred Requirements

- Valid First-Aid and CPR certificates would be considered an asset.

Language Requirements (read, write, speak)

- English - Read, Write, Speak
- Spanish - Read, Write, Speak
- Other Language _________________ - Read, Write, Speak

Travel Requirements

- No-Seldom
- Yes-Occasional (up to 5%)
- Yes-Moderate (5% to 25%)
- Yes-Substantial (25% to 50%)
- Yes-Extensive (greater than 50%)

Physical Characteristics

Sit for long periods of time while operating equipment. Lift heavy objects, up to 20 pounds, on an infrequent basis.

Environmental Factors

Working outside in extreme weather conditions. Regular and consistent exposure to loud noises from equipment and machinery.

An employee-owned company formed in 2017, Wright Canada Holdings is a prominent leader in several environmental services industries, representing our family of companies across Canada and is comprised of Spectrum Resource Group, Wright Tree Service of Canada, ArborCare® and CNUC of Canada. Our operations and clientele stretch across Canada from British Columbia to New Brunswick. Together as a family of companies, we provide integrated vegetation management, consulting and operations, and other outdoor services in Canada. Wright Tree Service of Canada offers the entire package of vegetation management services, including integrated vegetation management, storm restoration, work planning services to utility companies and their communities across Canada. ArborCare® provides commercial and residenti

📌 Chainsaw Operator/Labourer (Manitoba)
🏢 Wright Canada Holdings
📍 Manitoba

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