Arborist Crew Leader

Bartlett Tree Experts•Santa Barbara, CA

About The Position

The Arborist Crew Leader leads a tree care crew and is primarily responsible for performing tree care services safely and efficiently. The role includes carrying out and supervising arboriculture work, maintaining and operating equipment, and helping develop the skills, performance, and productivity of other team members. The Crew Leader supervises crews while delivering services as directed by the Arborist Representative and Local Manager, ensures team members are prepared for assigned work, and upholds industry and company standards. The position also involves communicating with clients, answering questions, and building relationships. Work is based in Santa Barbara, California, and takes place 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.
  • Initiative, a positive attitude, a team-oriented approach, and self-motivation.
  • Passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.

Nice To Haves

  • Class B CDL.

Responsibilities

  • Safely perform and supervise arboriculture tasks, including pruning, cabling and bracing, rigging, and removals.
  • Properly maintain and operate hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
  • 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 all tree care work is performed in accordance with industry and company standards.
  • Communicate with clients, answer their questions, and build relationships.

Benefits

  • $28.00–$35.00 per hour.
  • Safety-first culture and professional workplace.
  • Advancement opportunities and promotion 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 from the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC.
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