Arborist jobs in Whistler

Join our experienced crew

Work outside in beautiful Whistler, B.C. Our crew enjoys above-industry wages, benefits, a fun environment, and more.

Work outside in Whistler, B.C. Enjoy above-industry wages, benefits, a fun environment, and more.

Arborist jobs in Whistler

Join our experienced crew

Work outside in beautiful Whistler, B.C. Our crew enjoys above-industry wages, benefits, a fun environment, and more.

Work outside in Whistler, B.C. Enjoy above-industry wages, benefits, a fun environment, and more.

The Garibaldi Tree crew taking a break from tree work in Whistler. They're sitting in a client's driveway. Everyone is smiling and laughing, and it's a sunny day.
Garibaldi Tree employee is taking a break from tree work and is sitting on two pieces of wood, making a funny shape, and is holding two leafy branches. He's smiling at the camera. It's raining outside.
An example of one of the arboriculture jobs Garibaldi Tree offers: climbing arborist. A Garibaldi Tree employee is harnessed into a willow tree in Whistler, B.C., as he works on trimming. The shot is close-up, and the employee blends into the foliage of the tree.

Who you are

Team values

Important team member values

Shared values make teamwork easier and work more enjoyable. If you have the values below, you may be a good fit for our team.

Having shared values makes teamwork easier and the workday more enjoyable. If we describe you below, you may be a good fit for our team.

Respect

You care for and have respect for yourself, your co-workers and the environment.

Growth

You prioritize growth. You have a growth mindset and love learning new things.

Fun

You love a good laugh, and you bring your positive attitude to work with you.

Respect

You care about yourself, your co-workers and the environment. You treat others with kindness and respect. You care for and have respect for yourself, your co-workers and the environment.

Growth

You prioritize personal and professional growth. You have a growth mindset and love learning new things. You prioritize growth. You have a growth mindset and love learning new things.

Fun

You work hard and have fun doing it. You love a good laugh, and you bring your positive attitude to work with you. You love a good laugh, and you bring your positive attitude to work with you.

What Garibaldi Tree offers

What to expect when working with us

Competitive pay

We value our team members and make sure they’re taken care of.

Free winter months

Spend it resting, skiing, boarding, or down in Mexico - it’s up to you!

Extended health benefits

Enjoy insurance-covered dental, massage, physio, and more.

An outdoor office

Spend days outside surrounded by mountains and stunning views.

An outdoor office

Spend your time outside surrounded by mountains and stunning views.

Common interests

Work with others who are passionate about arboriculture.

Be part of a fun team

We enjoy tree work and have fun doing it. (And - joy is contagious!)

We're hiring!

Current job openings

We offer a fun work environment, seasonal employment, above-industry wages, and a beautiful outdoor office.

We offer a fun work environment, seasonal employment, above-industry wages, and a beautiful outdoor office. Come join the team.

Last updated 3 weeks ago

Lead Climbing Arborist

We’re looking for a seasoned climbing arborist with at least 5 years of experience to join our team.

Whistler/Pemberton

Full-time, seasonal

$37-$45/hr

Lead Climbing Arborist

Last updated 3 weeks ago

We’re looking for a seasoned climbing arborist with at least 5 years of experience to join our team.

Whistler/Pemberton

Full-time, seasonal

$37-$45/hr

$37-$45/hr

Last updated 3 weeks ago

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Want more info? Here are some of our most asked questions.

Garibaldi Tree aims to offer highly rewarding arboriculture jobs in a “smaller town” setting. Our small but robust team works to foster a safe, fun and healthy work environment. We have competitive wages, extended health and dental benefits, and free winter months to spend however we want.

There are also opportunities for advancement if you show initiative and dedication. And there are many opportunities for learning since you’ll be working closely with our owner, a highly knowledgeable ISA-certified arborist, as well as other highly experienced arborists and tree workers.

If you’re passionate about arboriculture and want to further your career, consider applying. We are always looking for enthusiastic and dedicated tree workers.

For more information about living and working in Whistler, check out Tourism Whistler’s “Live and Work in Whistler” resource.

A few of our employees choose to live in Pemberton, which has reduced housing costs. We work in Pemberton roughly 10% of the time and for the days we work in Whistler, the commute is usually only 20-30 minutes (and we carpool). For other reasons to move to Pemberton, check out this article by Whistler Real Estate Company.

Garibaldi Tree is owned and operated by Paul Duncan, an ISA-certified arborist (PN-0299). An ISA-certified arborist is a highly-trained and certified arborist who has undergone testing in most aspects of arboriculture. They must also adhere to a code of ethics that ensures ethical behaviour to clients, employers, employees, and the public as well as ISA and the profession. Paul also holds the ISA TRAQ qualification for Tree Risk Assessments and possesses an honour’s diploma in horticulture from Kwantlen University College.

In addition to Paul’s certifications, all of our employees are trained in first aid, chainsaw use and rescue procedures. Safety is Garibaldi Tree’s top priority.

Yes, we have general and professional liability insurance. Garibaldi Tree & Landscape is also registered and in good standing with WorkSafeBC.

You can view copies of our insurance and our WCB clearance letter here.

Yes, Garibaldi Tree carries workers’ compensation for all our employees. We also follow recognized safety procedures to foster a safe work environment and to ensure our team is protected.