APPLICATION FORM

Arborist / Tree Crews

*This position requires that the candidate is willing to travel

Loki Tree Service invites all qualified candidates to submit an application.

Loki is a full service tree care operation with offices in Balfour and Revelstoke, BC.

Please review this full-time, seasonal opportunity for an Arborist with industry experience in climbing, pruning, and tree removal. A primary factor in consideration will be leadership and professionalism.

* We are also welcoming resumes from people new to the industry.

position overview

  • Positions are based in either Revelstoke or Nelson BC, but we will consider candidates who wish to live in neighboring communities and commute.

  • A successful candidate will be a skilled Arborist looking to take the next step in their career as a Supervisor.

  • We are searching for a person with solid industry credentials and an aptitude for leadership and mentoring young people. The successful candidate will have a resume that demonstrates a high level of skill and experience in the Industry.

  • We are also searching for solid ground crew members who wish to advance their careers.

  • Candidates applying for the position should have a documented background performing the skills and activities required by this competency-based trade. The general expectation is that this will be documented by a combination of:

A) certifications

B) experience that can be validated by references

Competencies that will help the succesful candidate include:

  • Hazard and First Aid Assessment

  • Tree species knowledge, including pests and defects

  • Rope installation | Tree Entry | Positioning | Spur climbing

  • Modern SRT systems

  • Attachment knots, friction hitches, mid-line knots, and bends

  • Rigging Techniques

  • Chainsaw falling and bucking

The candidate should be willing to learn new skills, and will have the opportunity to provide a diverse array of services in the forest and arboriculture industry, including, but not limited to:

  • Residential and Commercial Arboriculture

  • Urban Forestry and Wildland interface work

  • Fuel Management and Selective-cut Logging

  • Wildfire Response

qualifications can include:

  • Previous industry experience

  • Owned transportation and clean Driver’s License

  • Owned climbing equipment and power saws

  • Background suitable for a role supervising young workers

preferred qualifications include:

  • Supervisory experience

  • ITA and ISA certifications

  • Occupational First Aid training

  • BCFSC, BCWS, or CAGC chainsaw accreditation

  • Certified Faller in BC

  • Danger Tree Assessor or TRAQ certification

  • Experience working with cranes

  • Experience working with helicopters

  • Experience providing course instruction or training

  • Resident of Revelstoke or Nelson or willing to relocate

Pay Rate and Schedule

  • Supervisors are paid $36 - $50 / HR, dependent upon certifications and experience

  • Ground workers are paid $25 - $35 / HR, dependent upon certifications and experience

  • Equipment stipend and travel policy

  • Sales / Profit Sharing opportunities

Competition Closing Date and interviews

  • Candidates with suitable qualifications and experience will be contacted for an interview

  • We are accepting resumes until September 30, 2026

Thank you for your interest in joining our team

Application Form Below

*Please attach a resume, references and all relevant certifications using the upload button