Arbor Crew Leader
About The Position
Clean Scapes is the largest commercial landscaping company in Texas, known for our exceptional, award-winning projects. We partner with many of the world’s leading brands and take pride in the quality, character, and work ethic of our people. Our teams enjoy building, creating, and working outdoors while delivering high-quality results from start to finish. Do you enjoy leading a team, making decisions in the field, and seeing a job through from start to finish? Do you take pride in safety, quality, and developing others? If so, Clean Scapes may be the perfect place for you. Clean Scapes is hiring Tree Crew Leaders to support our growing Arbor Division. This role is responsible for leading field crews in the safe, efficient execution of tree care services including pruning, removals, and rigging operations. Crew Leaders play a critical role in jobsite safety, production flow, and team development. This position offers advancement opportunities into senior leadership roles within operations, training, and arbor management.
Requirements
- Proven experience in professional tree care and crew leadership
- Strong climbing, rigging, and pruning skills
- Ability to lead a team and make safe, efficient decisions in the field
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to safety, quality, and professionalism
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Nice To Haves
- ISA Certified Arborist or Tree Worker
- CPR / First Aid Certification
- CDL or ability to obtain
- Experience with crane removals and advanced rigging
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Responsibilities
- Lead and direct a crew of 2–6 team members on tree care jobsites
- Perform and supervise tree pruning, removals, and rigging operations
- Conduct daily safety briefings and ensure hazards are identified and controlled
- Set up and maintain safe, organized work zones
- Communicate clearly with crew members, management, and clients
- Ensure all work is completed to company standards and ANSI safety guidelines
- Operate chainsaws, chippers, aerial equipment, and trucks safely
- Train and mentor climbers and groundsmen on proper techniques and safety
- Maintain equipment and ensure proper inspections are completed
- Support jobsite documentation, work order execution, and communication
- Leads a single crew on daily tree care operations
- Performs advanced climbing, pruning, and rigging
- Manages jobsite safety, production, and crew coordination
- Mentors developing climbers and groundsmen
- Serves as the primary point of contact on site
- Leads complex jobs and may oversee multiple crews or projects
- Performs advanced removals, crane work, and technical rigging
- Coaches and develops team members across all skill levels
- Supports onboarding, training, and performance development
- Communicates regularly with operations leadership and supports planning
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience and leadership level
- Full-time, year-round work
- Clear advancement path into senior leadership roles
- Ongoing training, certifications, and skill development
- Strong safety culture and team environment
- Opportunity to help build and grow a leading Arbor Division
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
