Arborist Crew Leader

Bartlett Tree Experts•Greensboro, NC

About The Position

As an Arborist Crew Leader, you will lead a tree care crew and be responsible for performing tree care services safely and efficiently. You will share your tree-care expertise by helping develop the skills, performance, and productivity of team members. The role includes supervising arboriculture work, maintaining and operating equipment, training crew members, ensuring work meets industry and company standards, and communicating with clients. Work is performed outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.

Requirements

  • Passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
  • 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, a positive attitude, and a team-oriented, self-motivated approach.

Nice To Haves

  • Class B CDL.

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 their questions, and build relationships.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation.
  • Safety-first culture and professional workplace.
  • Advancement opportunities, with promotion from within.
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Industry credential and 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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