JOB DETAILS

Railroad Herbicide Applicator (Western Canada)

Additional Locations: na

Primary Locations: Ontario, Ancaster, 611 Tradewind Drive Suite 500, L9G 4V5

Requisition ID: 198214

Position Overview

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.

Job Duties

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.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
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.

Additional Information

Full time. Year-round employment.
Occasional overtime required.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Excellent Benefits package, RRSP and careers advancement opportunities.
Employee-owned company with stock purchase available after 1 year of service.
Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Davey provides ongoing training.

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 Davey.com.

If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please email [email protected].

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