Arborist Crew Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Life, LTD, ADD, medical and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Access to training and education programs

Boot reimbursement up to $200

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is looking for an experienced Arborist Crew Leader in Nanaimo, BC. This role involves leading a tree care crew and ensuring high-quality service while enhancing team skills. Responsibilities include supervising pruning, cabling, and removals while maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications include 3+ years of tree climbing experience and a valid driver’s license. Benefits encompass a safety-first culture, medical, dental plans, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in tree climbing and aerial lift operations.
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and perform all aspects of arboriculture.
• Train crew members for designated job assignments.
• Ensure work meets industry and company standards.

Skills

Tree climbing (DdRT or SRT)

Aerial lift operation

Team-oriented

Self-motivated

Strong communication

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Hand tools

Job description

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

• 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

• 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

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

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

Location: Nanaimo, BC. Role: Production Arborist. Date posted: 6/11/2026. Schedule: Regular Full‑Time.