Lucas Tree Experts Looking for Work Planner at Port Hawkesbury, NS Full Time

Lucas Tree Experts, a leader in the tree care industry, is looking for a motivated individual to join the team as a Work Planner in Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia.

Primary duties include obtaining necessary permission from and supplying proper notification to homeowners before beginning project work. This may be accomplished by going door to door, by telephone or email for customer interaction, engagement and documentation.

Experience in the tree industry or utility planning and permissions is preferred. The ideal candidate will be punctual and reliable with strong communication, time-management and organization skills, experience performing Tree Hazard Risk Assessments with knowledge of tree identification, and an aptitude with computers and the Microsoft Office Suite.

Are you looking for a company that provides career advancement opportunities?

Lucas Tree Experts will not only pay for your licensing and certifications to advance your career in the Tree Industry, but they will also provide wage increases for each that is obtained along the way.

Why Lucas Tree Experts?

Safety first culture

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off and paid holidays

Competitive benefits package

401(k) with company match

This is a full time, year-round, position with overtime availability. Duties include: Ensuring good public relations and a positive company image at all times. Coordinating with property owner’s, utility customers, and the operations of the company. Making necessary contacts with utility customer representatives to ensure projects stay on schedule. Ensuring compliance with established safety policies and procedures.

REQUIREMENTS:
Must be highly organized and punctual.

Must be able to accept responsibility and meet deadlines.

Must be professional with strong communication skills.

Must be willing and able to travel and drive for long periods of time.

Must be able to work 40 hours weekly and overtime as required.

Must be 18 years of age with a High School Diploma/GED/or equivalent.

Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions.

Must have a current and valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.

Must pass the Electrical Hazards Appropriate Operating Procedures (EHAP) tests within 30 days from date of hire.

Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of tree trimming and removal operations.

Must have experience performing Tree Hazard Risk Assessments with knowledge of tree identification.

Must be willing and able to obtain, and maintain licenses & certifications as required by the position in order to grow your career (this is paid for by Lucas Tree Experts).

Must be able to successfully complete a post offer physical & drug screen as well as a background and motor vehicle check.

Successful professionals at Lucas Tree Experts have come from a variety of backgrounds, including: Utility Line Clearance, Integrated Vegetation Management, Arboriculture, Field Operations Management, Supervisor, Environmental Studies, Horticulture, Arborist, Forestry, Off-Road, Natural Resource Management, Storm Restoration, and Landscape Maintenance.

Lucas Tree Experts offers paid, hands-on, on-the-job training, paid educational courses for advancement in the industry. We also offer safety and bonus incentive programs & a complete benefits package. Come work for a company that offers advancement opportunities and a great quality of work life!

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.