Entry level – full time year round work – out of town work

must be willing to travel
must have clean driving record and own transportation
Please send Resumes to Gmcmartin@asplundh.com

Position Overview As an Groundperson with Asplundh Canada ULC you will begin to gain exposure on all aspects of the role as a Certified Utility Tree Trimmer/Tree Worker. You will spend your day in the field supporting the UTT/UTW all while ensuring a clean, safe, and organized site. In time Asplundh Canada ULC would look to support the Groundperson in becoming a Certified Utility Tree Trimmer or a Certified Utility Tree Worker Job Duties • Control lowering ropes. • Supply tools for tree workers aloft. • Control road and sidewalk traffic as needed by use of warning devices. • Perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance inspections on equipment. • Cut, chip and load brush and wood. • Complete proper job site cleanup. • Assist other crew members in performing job duties. • Abide by Asplundh Canada ULC and industry safety policies and procedures. Qualifications • High school diploma or equivalent preferred. • Valid provincial driver’s license. Licensed to drive a 5-ton vehicle and air brake endorsement considered an asset. • Willingness to work towards becoming a certified UTT/UTW. • Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. • Ability to work safely as part of a team and possess the willingness to learn and progress. Additional Information • Starting Wage-$ 20.00 per hour • Wage will increase to $ 21.00 after the 90-day probation period has been completed successfully. • Full time. Year-round employment. • Seasonal positions also available • Asplundh Canada ULC provides ongoing training and career advancement opportunities. • Excellent Benefits package and RRSP matching program • Safety Boot Allowance
Company Overview • Asplundh has specialized in utility vegetation management since its inception in Pennsylvania in 1928. We are now the largest Utility Service Company in the world with the majority of our business still focused on vegetation maintenance activities. • The company is privately owned and managed by the Asplundh family from its headquarters in Willow Grove, Pennsylvania. Asplundh operates in every state in the US, all provinces in Canada as well as operations in New Zealand and Australia. • Asplundh Canada ULC (ACU) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Asplundh Tree Experts, LLC with five regional bases of operations across Canada: Aldergrove British Columbia, Edmonton Alberta, Peterborough Ontario, Terrebonne Quebec, and Dartmouth Nova Scotia. Area managers and vice presidents manage regional operations and work closely to provide optimum customer service. • The financial strength and the years of experience of the Asplundh Corporation gives the Asplundh Canada operations virtually unlimited access to equipment resources and vegetation management expertise from across Canada and the rest of North America; as well as the strength to support a large network of subcontract partners. • As the industry leader, Asplundh is also the driving force in the latest technological advances and the evolution of equipment used in the vegetation management industry. This ultimately benefits both our customers and our valued employees.
Divisional Overview • The Asplundh Alberta Division has provided a consistent, dependable, and quality service to our customers for over 35 Years. We have consistently expanded our resources to meet the challenges of Vegetation Management throughout the Province and have a highly skilled workforce.