Arborist Climber / Crew Leader

Bartlett Tree Experts; Erin; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Life, LTD, ADD, medical and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Training and continuing education programs

Company-paid uniforms and equipment

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts, located in Erin, Ontario, is seeking an experienced Arborist Crew Leader to lead a tree care crew. This role includes supervising all aspects of arboriculture, ensuring safety and compliance with industry standards, and training crew members. Benefits include a safety-first culture, advancement opportunities, medical and dental coverage, and access to training resources. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of relevant experience and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• At least three years of tree climbing 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise all aspects of arboriculture safely.
• Manage crews while performing tree care services.
• Ensure all tree care work is performed according to industry standards.

Skills

Tree climbing (DdRT or SRT)

Aerial lift experience

Team management

Communication skills

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Summary

Are you an experienced Arborist looking to take your career to the next level? As an Arborist Crew Leader, you will be an integral member of the team, serving as the leader of a tree care crew with the primary responsibility of performing all tree care services safely and efficiently. This is a unique opportunity to share your passion for tree care by enhancing the skills, performance, and productivity of other team members within your office.

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation, as well as:

• A safety-first culture and professional workplace
• Advancement opportunities - we promote from within
• Life, LTD, ADD, medical and dental
• RPP Plan, Healthcare spending account, and paid vacation and holidays
• Industry credential/license pay increases
• Company-paid uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
• Boot reimbursement up to $200
• Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories

Responsibilities

As an Arborist Crew Leader, you will play an important role in:

• Safely performing and supervising all aspects of arboriculture, including:
  • Pruning
  • Cabling and bracing
  • Rigging
  • Removals
  • Properly maintaining and operating equipment (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

Qualifications

• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• 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
• Proven initiative, positive attitude, team-oriented, and self-motivated

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.