Arborist Crew Leader

Bartlett Tree Experts•Northampton, MA

11d

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 supports team members’ skills, performance, and productivity while maintaining a cooperative and enthusiastic approach on job sites. The Crew Leader supervises and manages crews as directed by the Arborist Representative and Local Manager, ensures crew members are appropriately trained for their assignments, and ensures work meets industry and company standards. The position also involves 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.
Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
Proven initiative, positive attitude, team orientation, and self-motivation.
Passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.

Nice To Haves

Class B CDL preferred.

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 job sites.
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 client relationships.

Benefits

$26.00–$36.00 per hour.
Safety-first culture and professional workplace.
Advancement opportunities; the company promotes from within.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Paid time off and holidays.
Industry credential/license pay increases.
Company-provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment.
Boot reimbursement up to $150.
Access to training, continuing education programs, and resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC.