Arborist Crew Leader

About the role

As an Arborist Crew Leader, you will lead a tree care crew, performing all tree care services safely and efficiently. You will enhance the skills, performance, and productivity of other team members.

Responsibilities

• Performing and supervising all aspects of arboriculture, including pruning, cabling and bracing, rigging, removals, and proper maintenance of equipment.
• Maintaining and operating hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Bringing a cooperative and enthusiastic attitude to the job site.
• Supervising and managing crews while performing tree care services, as directed by the Arborist Representative and Local Manager.
• Ensuring that each crew member is trained appropriately for each designated job assignment.
• Ensuring that all tree care work is performed in accordance with industry and company standards.
• Communicating, answering questions, and building relationships with clients.

Requirements

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

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record (Class B CDL preferred).

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• A safety-first culture and professional workplace.
• Advancement opportunities - we promote from within.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401k retirement plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Industry credential/license pay increases - we encourage and invest in your professional development.
• Company provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment.
• Boot reimbursement up to $150.
• Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories.

Pay

Competitive compensation.

Schedule

Regular Full-Time.