Arborist Crew Leader

Bartlett - Simsbury, CT

Full-time - Mid Level

Simsbury, CT

Crop Production

About the position

The Arborist Crew Leader is a key role within the tree care team, responsible for leading a crew in performing various tree care services safely and efficiently. This position emphasizes the importance of training and enhancing the skills of team members while ensuring high standards of arboriculture are met. The role combines hands-on work with leadership responsibilities, making it ideal for experienced arborists looking to advance their careers.

Responsibilities

• Safely performing and supervising all aspects of arboriculture, including pruning, cabling and bracing, rigging, and removals.
• Properly maintaining and operating equipment such as hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Bringing a cooperative and enthusiastic attitude to the job site.
• Supervising and managing crews while performing tree care services as directed by the Arborist Representative and Local Manager.
• Ensuring that each crew member is trained appropriately for each designated job assignment.
• Ensuring that all tree care work is performed in accordance with industry and company standards.
• Communicating, answering questions, and building relationships with clients.

Requirements

• At least three (3) 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 (Class B CDL preferred).
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Proven initiative, positive attitude, team-oriented, and self-motivated.

Nice-to-haves

• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• A safety-first culture and professional workplace
• Advancement opportunities - we promote 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 a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC