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MUST HAVE CHAINSAW EXPERIENCE!!!
Tree Slasher/Brush Clearing
Preference to person(s) with UTT Certification as well as any mulching machine experience.
MUST be able to pass criminal record check.
Office Location: Regina, SK
Work Locations: Across BC to Manitoba
Salary: TBD
Hours of Work: Approx 10 hour days.
Meals: $40/day when travelling.
Hotels: Provided for season with exception of long weekends.
Job Description/Responsibilities:
Promoting corporate safety values by following work plans and project level hazard assessments.
Demonstrate knowledge on proper felling techniques.
Maintain a high level of technical knowledge in regards to chainsaws and chainsaw operations.
If qualified, run a skid steer with mulcher attachment as per safe work practice and standard operating procedures.
1A and/or UTT/UTW considered an asset.
Qualifications:
Candidates must have valid first aid certification, class 5 drivers license and chainsaw safety certification. A Farming background is considered an asset as well as an understanding of railway operations. All employees must pass insurance approval of drivers abstract.
Application Procedure:
Posted August 22, 2017. This opportunity will be closed once all the positions are filled, or no later than September 15, 2017. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please include a cover letter with your resume indicating your available start date, safety tickets, drivers abstract, and past work experiences.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Oral communication
- Working with others
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own vehicle
- Willing to travel
- Willing to travel regularly
- Willing to travel overnight
- Valid driver's licence
- Travel expenses paid by employer
Type of Machinery or Equipment
- Small engine equipment
- Pick-up truck
- Chain saw
Specific Skills
- Repair and maintain equipment
Work Setting
- Landscape contractor
- Landscape maintenance
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Physically demanding
Own Tools/Equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots
Work Site Environment
- Outdoors
- At heights