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. This role offers the opportunity to 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 complies with industry and company standards.
• Communicate with clients, answer questions, and build relationships.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of tree‑climbing experience (DdRT or SRT) with at least 1 year of crew‑leader experience.
• Demonstrate basic climbing skills/knowledge during interview.
• Aerial‑lift experience in the tree‑care industry.
• Valid driver’s license (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 (starting at $30.00+/hr based on experience).
• 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‑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.

Pay

Starting pay $30.00+ per hour, based on experience.

Schedule

Regular full‑time position in Fredericksburg, VA.