Climber - Tree Crew Foreman

Almstead Tree and Shrub Care is a second-generation, family-owned arboriculture firm that has been offering environmentally conscious services the NY, NJ, and CT tri-state area since 1964. We are a TCIA accredited company that values our employee's professional aspirations, career development, safety and quality of life. We are looking for passionate professionals who want to enhance their career in tree care! We offer generous compensation, year-round work, paid time off, health and retirement benefits, inclusive company culture and so much more! If you are ready to enjoy going to work every day, come grow with us! Basic Function Tree Crew Leaders serve a pivotal role leading tree care crews, with the responsibility of managing job site production, delegating to crew members, enforcing company safety policies, providing training and working alongside the crew in all jobsite functions. Crew Leader Responsibilities Direct crew in performance of work to be done; assign job specific tasksSupervise workmanship to ensure the work meets job order specificationsWalk job site with consulting arborist and develop work planEnsure crew members wear personal protective equipment at all times, and that safety practices and measures are followedManage time, equipment and materials to ensure jobs are completed in an efficient manner. Direct the cleanup of job site and ensure all equipment and supplies are secured on the trucksCommunicate with client to ensure work meets their satisfactionReorder materials and supplies needed for trucks and equipmentAdhere to company safety and training policies to maintain safe and controlled work environment at all timesConfirm that all maintenance checks and services on equipment are followedEnsure that crews are properly trained and understand company safety policies and proceduresParticipate in all job site safety briefingsDemonstrate and perform proper climbing techniques and procedures, pruning skills, application of approved knots and rigging techniquesOperate all equipment in a safe manner Requirements 5-7 years industry experience in residential tree care with the ability to train/direct crew members in all facets of tree careKnowledge of native and introduced tree and shrub species and characteristics of each speciesKnowledge of tree bio-mechanics and advanced rigging techniquesKnowledge of proper pruning practices including large shade trees and ornamentalsKnowledge of chain saw safety and operationAdept in tree climbing techniques & bucket truck operationKnowledge of ANSI A300 and safety standardsPerform quality workmanship and quality control with customer care attitudeValid Driver's License, CDL license preferred Benefits $32 to $40 per hour based on experience. Health and Dental Insurance with company contribution, 401k retirement savings plan, Paid vacation and holidays, continuing education and training opportunities.