Posted on June 29, 2026
Job Description
Company Overview
Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited has been performing tree care and vegetation management services across Canada since 1930. With over 1000 employees, we continuously pride ourselves on unmatched quality and safety. Davey Tree is the leading full-service tree care provider for residential, commercial, utility line clearing and forestry consulting throughout Canada. All crews are professionally trained to ensure the scope of our work is completed safely, and well before any deadlines.
Divisional Overview
With residential tree service offices across Canada, Davey and our employees are dedicated to providing all aspects of professional Tree care for our customers. Davey Tree Arborists live and work in your community. Our widespread team allows us to build a relationship with our clients to provide an exceptional customer experience.
Position
Arborist
Location
Nisku, Alberta and various locations
Salary:
$36.00 hourly for 40 hours per week
Anticipated start date
As soon as possible
Number of positions:
6
Benefits
Health benefits, Dental plan, Disability benefits, Health care plan, Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
Group Insurance Benefits, Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Stocks/shares
Job Requirements
Language
English
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
5 years or more
Own Tools/Equipment
Steel-toed safety boots
Transportation/Travel Information
Valid driver’s license
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Attention to detail, Handling heavy loads, Physically demanding, Manual dexterity, Combination of sitting, standing walking, Bending, crouching, kneeling
Work setting
Various locations, On the road job frequent or constant travel is required from the employee
Work Site Environment
Dangerous, At heights, Outdoors, All weather conditions
Personal Suitability
Client focus, Organized, Excellent oral communication, Team Player, Reliability
Area of Specialization
Plant knowledge and identification
Tasks
Trim trees to achieve the desired pruning objective such as crown cleaning, thinning, raising, reduction, restoration, espalier pruning, vista pruning
Survey and assess designated sites
Prepare contracts and tenders
Apply various treatments such as pruning, spraying, repairing damaged areas and injecting with treatment solutions
Examine trees and shrubs to diagnose problems and disease
Apply fertilizers, fungicides, herbicides, pesticides and other lawn care products
Plant and move trees
Tree removal
Operate chainsaw to fell, delimb and buck trees
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Arboriculturists Trade Certification
Employer Details
Employer
Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada Limited
Business Address
3800 13 Street Nisku, Alberta, T9E 1C6
How to apply
By email:
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. As a service provider, our success depends upon our ability to attract and retain qualified personnel, regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, provincial law.
Employment Terms
Permanent Employment
Education Requirement
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience Requirement
5 years or more
Language Requirement
English
Work Hours Per Week
40 hours week