Snow Shoveler / Hand Crew Technician

Company: Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited

Locations: Brantford, Ontario

Additional Locations: NA

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 229050

Position Overview

Do you want to be a part of a fun, detail and customer-oriented team? Antler Services, a Davey Tree Company, is searching for an ON CALL snow shoveler / hand crew technician for the upcoming winter season. This is an on call seasonal/contract position expected to last from November 15 to April 15.

As a valuable member of our team, you will get to end every day seeing the differences you made for our customers and clients. This position involves traveling to client sites in the Brantford area and shoveling snow in a safe and timely manner. In addition to shoveling, you will also assist with deicing of client properties. This position is paid at $23-25/hour and includes the potential to continue working with our landscape team in the spring!

Job Duties

• Respond promptly to calls for snow and ice events and be available to communicate during and before/after shifts.
• Clear snow from customer sites from designated areas and pile snow in designated and approved locations only.
• Operate vehicles and equipment in a safe, responsible and efficient manner.
• Control ice accumulations at jobsites with the safe and responsible use of de-icing agents (salt, treated salt, liquids or other de-icing chemicals).
• Hand-shovel, snow blow or hand-treat site areas as required (walkways, doorways, fire equipment, etc).
• Abide by Davey and industry safety policies and procedures.
• Submit paperwork and documentation promptly at the end of each shift and document and report any obstacles at site(s).
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times.
  
  

Qualifications

• Must be available 24hrs/day, 7 days/week at any time a snow or ice event occurs.
• Reliable transportation to 40 Roy Blvd in Brantford
• ‘G’ Class Drivers License is considered an asset.
• Work outdoors in extreme cold, snow, and ice conditions on a regular basis.
• Push and lift snow while making repetitive physical movements.
• Work safely near heavy equipment occasionally in a loud environment.
• Ability to follow safe working procedures.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
  
  

Additional Information

• On Call seasonal/contract position expected to last from November 15 to April 15.
• Available 24/7 during snow events.
• Pay rate of $23-25/hour.
• On-site parking and store discounts.
• Potential opportunity to continue working for our Landscape team beginning in the spring.
• Davey provides ongoing training and careers advancement opportunities.
  
  

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].