Arborist Crew Leader

Bartlett Tree Experts•Fort Lauderdale, FL

10d

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 includes developing team members’ skills, performance, and productivity, maintaining and operating equipment, and ensuring work meets industry and company standards. The Crew Leader supervises crews as directed by the Arborist Representative and Local Manager and communicates with residential and commercial clients.

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

Nice To Haves

Class B CDL.
ISA Certified Arborist certification.

Responsibilities

Safely perform and supervise arboricultural work, 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 residential and commercial clients, answer questions, and build 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.
Pay increases for industry credentials and licenses.
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.