Lead Arborist

Company Overview

GreenCare Tree Services is looking for a skilled and motivated Lead Arborist to join our growing team in the Waterloo area. This is an exciting opportunity to take your career to the next level — build your expertise, grow professionally, and thrive in a relaxed, supportive work environment where your skills are truly valued.

Summary

Greencare Tree Service is currently seeking a Certified Arborist to lead our team in the Waterloo area and surrounding regions.

We are looking for a dedicated and reliable professional with a strong work ethic and a proven commitment to safe work practices. The ideal candidate will bring leadership, expertise in arboriculture, and a passion for delivering high-quality tree care services.

Responsibilities

Perform tree removals, pruning, and rigging using proper climbing and safety techniques.

Operate bucket trucks and equipment safely and efficiently.

Conduct tree risk and site assessments to guide work.

Maintain tools and equipment; ensure job site safety.

Communicate clearly with crew and management.

Provide excellent customer service and work well in a team.

Qualifications

Over 3 years of hands-on experience in the tree care and forestry industry

ISA Certification or Ontario Licensed Arborist Certificate Preferred

Extensive knowledge of tree care techniques and safe equipment operation

Dependable, punctual, and detail-oriented with a positive, proactive attitude

Valid DZ Driver's License with a clean Driver's Abstract Preferred

Chainsaw Safety Certification

Ability to lift 50 lbs

If you're ready to branch out and grow your career somewhere that genuinely invests in its people, we invite you to apply today! At GreenCare Tree Services, you'll have the opportunity to build your skills, lead a passionate crew, and make a real impact — one tree at a time!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33.00-$44.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care

Extended health care

Experience:

Arborist: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

DZ License (preferred)

Ontario Qualified Arborist (preferred)

ISA Certificate (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33.00-$44.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care

Experience:

• Arborist: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• DZ License (preferred)
• Ontario Qualified Arborist (preferred)
• ISA Certificate (preferred)

Work Location: In person