Arborist Crew Leader

Bartlett; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical and dental

RPP Plan

Boot reimbursement

Training programs

Job summary

Bartlett is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader in Burnaby, BC to lead a tree care crew, perform essential arboriculture tasks, and ensure safety and efficiency on every job.

You will supervise crews, train members for designated assignments, and maintain high standards in line with Bartlett's guidelines while fostering strong client relationships on site.

Qualifications

• Passion for nature and outdoors.
• 3+ years of tree climbing experience with DdRT or SRT and aerial lift.
• Valid driver's license and clean MV record (Class B CDL preferred).
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely performing and supervising all arboriculture tasks including pruning, cabling/bracing, rigging, and removals.
• Operate and maintain equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Lead and train crew members for each job assignment.
• Ensure work meets industry and Bartlett standards and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Tree climbing

Aerial lift

Crew supervision

Safety compliance

Equipment operation

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 careby 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 professionalworkplace
• 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

To find out more about what life is like at Bartlett, check us out on Instagram @LifeatBartlett.

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.

Location : Name

Burnaby

Location : State/Province

BC

Category

Production Arborist

Latest Post Date: Canada Careers

9/23/2026

Type

Regular Full-Time