Arborist Crew Leader
About The Position
The Arborist Crew Leader leads a tree care crew and is primarily responsible for performing and supervising tree care services safely and efficiently. The role involves sharing tree care expertise to improve the skills, performance, and productivity of other team members. The Crew Leader supervises and manages crews while carrying out work as directed by the Arborist Representative and Local Manager, ensures crew members are trained for their assignments, and ensures work meets industry and company standards. The position also involves maintaining and operating tree care equipment, communicating with clients, answering questions, and building client relationships. Work is performed outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
Requirements
- At least three years of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift experience in the tree care industry.
- Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record.
- Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
- Proven initiative, positive attitude, team-oriented approach, and self-motivation.
Nice To Haves
- Class B CDL preferred.
- Passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
Responsibilities
- Safely perform and supervise arboriculture services, including pruning, cabling and bracing, rigging, and removals.
- Properly maintain and operate 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 appropriately trained for each designated job assignment.
- Ensure tree care work is performed in accordance with industry and company standards.
- Communicate with clients, answer questions, and build relationships.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- 401k retirement plan.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Industry credential and license pay increases.
- Access to training, continuing education programs, and resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC.
- Company-provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment.
- Boot reimbursement up to $150.
- Advancement opportunities; the company promotes from within.
- A safety-first culture and professional workplace.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
