Arborist Crew Leader

Bartlett Tree Experts•Charlotte, NC
•Onsite

About The Position

As an Arborist Crew Leader, you will lead a tree care crew and perform tree care services safely and efficiently. You will help enhance the skills, performance, and productivity of team members within your office. The role includes supervising arboriculture work, maintaining and operating equipment, managing and training crew members, ensuring work meets industry and company standards, and communicating with clients. The position is based in Charlotte, North Carolina, and involves working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions. It is a regular full-time position.

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.
  • Ability to pass a criminal background check.
  • Proven initiative, positive attitude, team-oriented approach, 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 designated job assignments.
  • Ensure tree care work is performed in accordance with industry and company standards.
  • Communicate with clients, answer questions, and build client relationships.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation.
  • Safety-first culture and professional workplace.
  • Advancement opportunities; the company promotes from within.
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
  • 401k 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.
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