Field Safety Trainer
Halifax, NS
$60,000 - $70,000 Annually
Lucas Tree Experts, a leader in the tree care industry, is looking for a experienced individual to join the team as a Field Safety Trainer in Halifax, NS. The ideal candidate will be a skilled arborist and climber with a highly motivated, safety first mindset. Must be well organized with strong time-management skills, strong verbal communication skills, able to work well with others in a training environment, and be able to teach skills and concepts to others effectively.
Previous experience in the tree care industry, specifically Utility Line Clearance, which includes but is not limited to bucket trimming, climbing, and tree removal techniques is required. Experience with trimming, advanced climbing, off road equipment such as skidders, aerial lifts, jarraff's and mowers is a must.
Why Lucas Tree Experts?
- Free On-the-Job Training (Including CDL)
- Safety first culture
- Advancement opportunities
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Competitive and comprehensive benefits package
- 401(k) with company match
- Work outdoors!
This is a full time, year-round, outdoor, physical labor and training opportunity. Duties: Travel to required work locations with occasional overnights. Hands on demonstration and training both in the field and virtually via Microsoft Teams.
REQUIREMENTS:
Must be punctual and reliable
Must be comfortable working outdoors and able to work independently
Must be able to travel as the position requires
Must be able to accept responsibility as well as follow written and verbal orders
Must be 18 years old with High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license that is in good standing as defined by Lucas Tree Experts (Commercial Drivers License preferred)
Must be able to obtain and maintain licenses & certifications such as CTSP (Certified Tree Care Safety Professional), First Aid, Arborist, Pesticide and Commercial Drivers license
Must have experience with bucket trimming and climbing
Must have good computer and presentation skills
Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather and environmental conditions
Must be physically able to perform the requirements of the position (i.e., walk on uneven grounds, carry 75 lbs.)
Must be able to successfully complete a post offer physical & drug screen as well as a background and motor vehicle check
Lucas Tree Experts offers paid, hands-on, on-the job training, utilizing our Operational Training Manual as a road map for advancement; this includes paying for employees to obtain necessary licensing as well as paid educational courses for advancement in the industry. We also offer safety and bonus wage incentives & a complete benefits package including health, life, dental, short & long-term disability, EAP, paid time off and 401(k) w/company match.
Come work for a company that offers advancement opportunities and a great quality of work life!
*Please Note: Correspondence will be primarily via e-mail. Please provide us with a working e-mail on your application. If you don't hear from Lucas Tree within a day, please check your spam folder.