Arborist Crew Leader

About the Role

As an Arborist Crew Leader you will be an integral member of the team, leading a tree‑care crew with primary responsibility for performing all tree‑care services safely and efficiently. You will share your passion for tree care by enhancing the skills, performance, and productivity of other team members.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform and supervise all aspects of arboriculture, including pruning, cabling and bracing, rigging, and removals.
• Properly maintain and operate equipment such as hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Bring a cooperative and enthusiastic attitude to the job site.
• Supervise and manage crews while performing tree‑care services, as directed by the Arborist Representative and Local Manager.
• Ensure each crew member is trained appropriately for each designated job assignment.
• Ensure all tree‑care work is performed in accordance with industry and company standards.
• Communicate with clients, answer questions, and build relationships.

Requirements

• Passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• At least three (3) years of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial‑lift experience in the tree‑care industry.
• Valid driver’s license and clean motor‑vehicle record (Class B CDL preferred).
• Ability to work outdoors year‑round in all weather conditions.
• Proven initiative, positive attitude, team‑oriented, and self‑motivated.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Safety‑first culture and professional workplace.
• Advancement opportunities – promotion from within.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Industry credential/license pay increases; company invests in professional development.
• Company‑provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment.
• Boot reimbursement up to $150.
• Access to training, continuing‑education programs, and resources from the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC.
• Follow us on Instagram for a glimpse of life at Bartlett: @LifeatBartlett.

Location: Ashburn, VA – Production Arborist (Regular Full‑Time). Posting date: 9/16/2026.