Utility Tree Trimmer (UTT)/Arborist
- Term: Full-Time
- Location: Regina, SK and Saskatchewan
- Salary: based on experience
- Hours of Work: $40-$48 per hour, wage based on experience. 40-hour work weeks minimum. Shift length varies as project requirements.
- Meals: $50/day when travelling.
- Hotels: Provided for season with the exception of long weekends.
The Company:
Based out of Lloydminster AB, Bonnyville AB, and Regina SK, Marksmen Vegetation Management Inc. and MVM Rail Inc. provides industrial locations with vegetation control. We are a growing, expanding company providing over 23 years of service to our clientele. At Marksmen Vegetation Management Inc. and MVM Rail Inc. we are dedicated to providing high quality customer service.
Primary Role:
Reporting to the UTT Project Manager, the UTT/Arborist is responsible for completing daily field activities by operating shop equipment and tools, as deemed competent, in order to meet client goals and expectations. If the UTT Project Manager is not available at any time, the UTT/Arborist shall report to the AB Operations Manager.
Job Description/Responsibilities:
- Promoting corporate safety values by following work plans and project level hazard assessments.
- Demonstrate knowledge on proper chainsaw and tree trimming techniques.
- Maintain a high level of technical knowledge in regard to chainsaws and chainsaw operations.
- Identify potential hazardous trees and complete tree hazard assessments
- Assess trees for risk, prune trees to maintain health
- Supervise cutting crews and delegate tasks accordingly to the crew
- Experience clearing powerlines in an urban and forestry setting considered an asset.
- Experience with tree trimming, tree clearing considered an asset
- Utility Tree Trimmer certification or equivalent required
- Follow, know and understand all applicable company policies, practices and procedures
- Follow, know and understand all applicable client policies, practices, procedures and site-specific policies and procedures.
- Work in accordance with Marksmen HSE program.
- Comply with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and all relevant regulations.
- Accountable for following the client and Marksmen HSE policies and procedures to reduce incidents and damages.
- Work in a manner that will not endanger themselves or others.
- Report dangerous work.
- Report all incidents and follow proper procedures when incident occurs.
- Attend and perform in daily safety meetings, toolbox, monthly drills etc.
- Worker must be fit for duty, remain fit for duty, physically fit enough to perform the job safely efficiently.
- Other duties and tasks as assigned
Qualifications:
- Candidates must have a valid Class 5 or Class 3A driver’s license
- UTT certification or equivalent required
- Experience cutting trees and forestry experience as an UTT or Arborist is an asset
- A understanding of forestry operations or a farming background is considered an asset
- All employees must pass insurance approval of drivers abstract and drug and alcohol pre-employment testing as per the company Drug and Alcohol policy.
Application Procedure:
Posted April 24, 2026. This opportunity will be closed once all the positions are filled. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please include a cover letter with your resume indicating your available start date, safety tickets, drivers abstract, and past work experiences.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40.00-$48.00 per hour
Experience:
- Utility Tree Trimming: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- UTT certification or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person
