Tree Care Crew Leader

About The Role

Crew Leaders oversee daily job-site execution while working alongside their crew. This is a customer-facing role that requires clear communication, professionalism, and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of personalities—including homeowners, property managers, sales arborists, and crew members. You'll be trusted to represent Joshua Tree Experts on job sites and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in a way that reflects the culture we're intentionally building in Tampa.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work alongside the tree crew performing residential and commercial tree care
• Perform and delegate pruning, removals, cabling, and bracing
• Operate lifts, loaders, chainsaws, chippers, and related equipment safely
• Communicate professionally with customers on-site
• Coordinate with sales and office teams to ensure job scope alignment
• Monitor equipment condition and job-site safety
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of professional tree care experience
• Strong understanding of safe tree care operations
• Ability to climb and work safely and efficiently
• Comfort interacting with customers and leading crews
• Ability to work effectively with different personalities
• Valid driver's license (CDL-B preferred)
• ISA Certified Arborist preferred, but not required

Benefits

• Paid training, continuing education, and certification support
• Opportunities for expanded leadership responsibilities as the territory grows

We're committed to a workplace built on safety, professionalism, accountability, and respect.