Arborist Assistant

7 months ago

Christchurch, New Zealand Craigs Trees Full time

Assistant Arborist to maintain and care for trees and shrubs by lopping limbs and shaping branches, treating trees with fertilisers and insecticides, removing dead or decaying trees, and advising on general tree care.
- loading, unloading and moving garden supplies and equipment
- preparing garden sites and plots using hand tools and machines
- assisting with planting and transplanting flowers, shrubs, trees and lawns
- maintaining gardens by watering, weeding and mowing lawns
- cleaning gardens and removing rubbish
- assisting with propagating, planting and potting seeds, bulbs and cuttings
- tending plants by hand watering and weeding
- adjusting mist irrigation systems, shade and ventilation

More details about the position
- Location: Canterbury
- Permanent full-time
- Positions for this job: 1
- Pay rate: $29.66 per hour
- Days required: 5-6 days/week
- Hours per week: at least 30, maximum 55 hours/week

Onsite training will be provided so no prior experience is mandatory, the successful applicant must have one of the following:

- Good work attitude and good communication skills
- Physical fitness and could handle the heavy workload
- Quality workmanship and eye for detail
- Strong dedication to health and workplace safety Strong ability to work independently

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