HELP PATH · ONTARIO TRADE 444B

Utility Arborist

A Utility Arborist prunes, rigs or moves tree branches and woody vegetation that is in proximity or could contact any electrical apparatus. A Utility Arborist uses climbing techniques, climbing systems and mechanized equipment to work at heights in urban, rural and off-road locations. Specifically, a Utility Arborist:

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NON-COMPULSORY IN ONTARIOAGRICULTURE / OUTDOOR
Utility Arborist working safely in a representative workplace

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WHY THE WORK MATTERS

Skilled vegetation management protects electrical reliability while caring for trees and communities.

Utility arborists assess, prune, rig and remove trees and vegetation near electrical apparatus using climbing, aerial devices and specialized line-clearance practices.

6000 hoursgeneral apprenticeship duration
$60,000estimated median at 2,000 paid hours
Ontario tradenon-compulsory classification

EXPLORE IN ORDER

Four questions. One clearer next step.

WHERE THE WORK LIVES

Real settings for real work

electric utilitiesline-clearance contractorsurban distribution corridorsrural transmission rights-of-waystorm restoration and emergency response

EVIDENCE BASE

Sources & verification

Regulated, numerical and time-sensitive claims link to the authority used. Accessed and reviewed August 25, 2026.