Toronto East Storm Tree Removal & Clean-Up Service is seeking established, professional tree-removal subcontractors and arborist crews to help complete overflow storm-damage work across Toronto’s east end.
This is an immediate-start opportunity for qualified crews that can safely assess, dismantle, rig, remove, chip, haul, and clean up storm-damaged trees and limbs on residential and small commercial properties.
We manage customer intake, site coordination, quotes, scheduling, and client communication. You provide the skilled technical tree-work capability, qualified crew members, applicable equipment, and required documentation.
Scope of work
Assigned work may include:
Storm-damaged tree and large-limb removal
Hazard-limb and broken-branch removal
Sectional dismantling and rigging near homes, fences, garages, and other structures
Controlled felling where site conditions allow
Chipping, hauling, debris removal, and site clean-up
Stump grinding where your crew has the equipment and capability
On-site assessment support, including photos and notes for tree condition, access, hazards, and recommended work approach
Potential follow-on pruning, maintenance, and removal work after the immediate storm-response period
Mandatory qualifications
To be considered, you must be an established independent contractor or arborist crew and be able to provide all of the following before receiving work:
Current WSIB clearance certificate
Current commercial general liability insurance certificate, with at least $2 million in coverage
ISA Certified Arborist credential held by the lead arborist or demonstrated equivalent professional arboriculture qualifications and experience
Working-at-Heights training for every team member who climbs or uses fall-protection equipment
Demonstrated experience with tree climbing, rigging, sectional dismantling, chainsaw use, controlled felling, and storm-damage assessment
Appropriate PPE and professionally maintained tree-work equipment
Reliable truck, trailer, chipper, saws, rigging gear, and haul-away capability, or a clear statement of the equipment you can supply
Ability to provide invoices and work as an independent subcontractor
Reliable communication, punctuality, and professional customer conduct
Important safety requirements
Safety is non-negotiable. We will not assign work involving trees, limbs, or equipment in contact with—or close enough to endanger workers around—live power lines or electrical infrastructure. Those situations must be referred to Toronto Hydro, Hydro One, or a qualified utility-line-clearance specialist.
All crews must complete a documented site safety review before beginning work and comply with applicable Ontario health and safety requirements. Work must stop if site conditions become unsafe.
You must also be prepared to work within City of Toronto tree-protection requirements. For protected trees or non-obvious storm hazards, job documentation may be required before removal proceeds.
What we offer
Immediate storm-overflow work in Toronto East
A fast-moving pipeline of residential and small-commercial leads
Per-job pricing or day-rate arrangements agreed before work begins
Clear scope, customer contact, scheduling, and site details
Opportunity for repeat overflow and maintenance work after the storm backlog
Professional, responsive coordination focused on safe and fair work allocation
To apply
Please apply with:
Business name and primary contact information
Service area and typical crew size
ISA certification details or lead arborist qualifications
WSIB clearance status
Liability insurance coverage amount
Available equipment, including chipper, truck/trailer, stump grinder, aerial lift, or crane access if applicable
Earliest availability and preferred compensation model: day-rate, hourly, percentage, or quoted per job
A brief summary of recent storm-damage or residential tree-removal experience
Photos, website, Google Business Profile, or references, if available
Only qualified, insured, WSIB-cleared subcontractors will be contacted.
Pay: $110.00-$135.00 per hour
Work Location: On the road
