Foreman - Tree Care (Arborist)

Horizon Contracting Group

$83K — $104K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • ISA Arborist Certification (required)
  • TRAQ or Utility Arborist Certification (required)
  • 1+ year of supervisory or crew leadership experience
  • Strong experience with tree pruning and removals
  • Valid Class 5 Driver's License; Air Brake endorsement is an asset

Responsibilities

  • Lead, train, and support your crew on job sites
  • Perform advanced tree pruning and removal work
  • Safely operate and maintain aerial lifts, chippers, chainsaws, ropes, and rigging equipment
  • Plan work and communicate job plans clearly before starting each task
  • Lead daily safety talks and complete equipment inspections
  • Ensure safe work practices and emergency procedures are followed
  • Complete crew timecards and required safety documentation

Benefits

  • Vacation pay paid out on every cheque
  • Extended Health, Dental & Vision benefits after 90 days
  • RRSP with company matching after 1 year
  • Eligible for the Company bonus program after 1 year
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Opportunities to grow your career within Horizon
Full Job Description
Arborist Foreman

About the Role

As an Arborist Foreman, you'll lead and mentor your crew while performing advanced pruning and tree removal work. You'll help plan each job, lead safety on site, and ensure work is completed efficiently, professionally, and to Horizon's high standards.

ISA Arborist Certification is required, along with at least one of the following:

  • TRAQ Certification
  • Utility Arborist Certification


What You'll Be Doing

  • Lead, train, and support your crew on job sites
  • Perform advanced tree pruning and removal work
  • Safely operate and maintain aerial lifts, chippers, chainsaws, ropes, and rigging equipment
  • Plan work and communicate job plans clearly before starting each task
  • Lead daily safety talks and complete equipment inspections
  • Ensure safe work practices and emergency procedures are followed
  • Complete crew timecards and required safety documentation
  • Troubleshoot equipment and help keep the crew operating efficiently
  • Represent Horizon professionally and provide excellent customer service on every job


What You Bring

Certifications & Education

  • ISA Arborist Certification required
  • TRAQ or Utility Arborist Certification required
  • Certified Faller or Faller Endorsement
  • Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence; Air Brake endorsement is an asset
  • TCP, horticulture, arboriculture, or related education is an asset


Experience

  • 1+ year of supervisory or crew leadership experience
  • Strong experience with tree pruning and removals
  • Comfortable climbing, both spurred and spur-less
  • Skilled in ropes, rigging, aerial lifts, and chipper operation
  • Experience working in outdoor, physical, and fast-paced environments


Skills

  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Safety-focused mindset
  • Mechanically inclined with strong troubleshooting ability
  • Comfortable using iPads, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Office
  • Team-oriented with strong customer service skills


Physical & Work Environment

This is a 100% field-based role requiring physical work, including lifting 50+ lbs, climbing, bending, and standing for extended periods.

You'll work outdoors in all weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow.

Compensation & Benefits

  • $40-$50/hour, based on experience and qualifications
  • Vacation pay paid out on every cheque
  • Extended Health, Dental & Vision benefits after 90 days
  • RRSP with company matching after 1 year
  • Eligible for the Company bonus program after 1 year
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Opportunities to grow your career within Horizon


The pay range for this role is:

40 - 45 CAD per hour (Lower Mainland)

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