Railroad Herbicide Applicator Foreperson - Nisku, Canada - The Davey Tree Expert Company

Description

Additional Locations: Extensive Travel across Western Canada

Primary Locations: Alberta, Nisku, Street, T9E 1C6, Alberta, Calgary, rd Street NE, T2E 6T3, Manitoba, Winnipeg, 155 Transport Road, R0E 1J0, Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, 5103 8th Street East, S7V 0A9

Requisition ID: 192547

Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited has been performing tree care and vegetation management services across Canada since 1930. Our relatable experiences and industries serviced include notably Utilities, Municipalities, Government, Rail, Commercial and Residential.

We provide utilities, rail, and road transport with safe and efficient right of way clearance services. Clients rely on us for timely resource mobilization during severe weather events and proactive planning services, such as system hardening and storm restorations.

In this role, you will travel extensively across Canada as you work to support our rail clients to ensure track safety is maintained for both passengers and goods. You will be relied upon to provide leadership and confidence to a crew as you work to efficiently and safely perform various scopes of work.

• Perform chemical and mechanical vegetation control.
• Maintain meticulous records of herbicide use, inventory, and equipment.
• Travel to various sites
• Operate Hi-Rail herbicide applicator equipment, adhering to all company and environmental standards.
• Organize and direct crew in successful and safe execution of the scope of work.
• Manage customer service expectations, Communicate with customer daily.
• Properly maintain, prepare, and operate all tools and equipment.
• Abide by Davey and industry safety policies and procedures.

• Minimum 3 years' experience related to Hi-Rail herbicide application.
• Previous experience in a leadership role an asset.
• Strong shrub and plant identification skills.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Valid provincial driver's license. Licensed to drive a 5-ton vehicle and air brake endorsement preferred.
• Ability to work safely as part of a team and possess the willingness to learn and progress.
• First Aid certification preferred.

• Full time. Year-round employment.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Excellent Benefits package, RRSP program
• Employee-owned company with stock purchase available after 1 year of service.
• Davey provides ongoing training and careers advancement opportunities.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

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

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