Arbor Crew Leader

Clean Scapes; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-time, year-round work

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Clean Scapes, Texas''s leading commercial landscaping company, is hiring Tree Crew Leaders to guide our Arbor Division on outdoor tree care projects. Lead a crew in pruning, removals, and rigging, ensuring safety, efficiency, and client satisfaction on Texas landscapes.

You will mentor climbers and groundsmen, manage jobsite workflows, and contribute to developing our Arbor Division into a high-performing team. This full-time role offers advancement opportunities and year-round outdoor work.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in professional tree care and crew leadership.
• Strong climbing, rigging, and pruning skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct a crew of 2–6 team members on tree care jobsites.
• Perform and supervise pruning, removals, and rigging operations.
• Conduct daily safety briefings and identify hazards.
• Set up and maintain safe, organized work zones.
• Communicate clearly with crew, management, and clients.
• Train and mentor climbers and groundsmen on techniques and safety.

Skills

Crew Leadership

Tree Care

Safety Compliance

Communication

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial equipment

Trucks

Job description

Arbor Crew LeaderFull-Time | Outdoors | Commercial LandscapeDo you love to see things through from start to finish? Do you want to work with great people who love to build, create, and spend time outdoors? Do you feel fulfilled after a hard day’s work?Clean Scapes is the largest commercial landscaping company in Texas. We do work with and for many of the world’s leading brands. We are known for doing outstanding, award-winning projects. We are also known for the quality and character of our people. We have a company characterized by a hardworking, highly competent, and friendly team.Clean Scapes is hiring Tree Crew Leaders to support our growing Arbor Division. This role is responsible for leading field crews in the safe, efficient execution of tree care services including pruning, removals, and rigging operations. Crew Leaders play a critical role in jobsite safety, production flow, and team development.This position offers advancement opportunities into senior leadership roles within operations, training, and arbor management.ROLE + RESPONSIBILITIESLead and direct a crew of 2–6 team members on tree care jobsitesPerform and supervise tree pruning, removals, and rigging operationsConduct daily safety briefings and ensure hazards are identified and controlledSet up and maintain safe, organized work zonesCommunicate clearly with crew members, management, and clientsEnsure all work is completed to company standards and ANSI safety guidelinesOperate chainsaws, chippers, aerial equipment, and trucks safelyTrain and mentor climbers and groundsmen on proper techniques and safetyMaintain equipment and ensure proper inspections are completedSupport jobsite documentation, work order execution, and communicationCrew Leader 1 (CL-1)Leads a single crew on daily tree care operationsPerforms advanced climbing, pruning, and riggingManages jobsite safety, production, and crew coordinationMentors developing climbers and groundsmenServes as the primary point of contact on siteCrew Leader 2 (CL-2) – Senior Field LeaderLeads complex jobs and may oversee multiple crews or projectsPerforms advanced removals, crane work, and technical riggingCoaches and develops team members across all skill levelsSupports onboarding, training, and performance developmentCommunicates regularly with operations leadership and supports planningWhat We’re Looking ForProven experience in professional tree care and crew leadershipStrong climbing, rigging, and pruning skillsAbility to lead a team and make safe, efficient decisions in the fieldStrong communication and problem-solving skillsCommitment to safety, quality, and professionalismAbility to work outdoors in all weather conditionsPreferred (Not Required)ISA Certified Arborist or Tree WorkerCPR / First Aid CertificationCDL or ability to obtainExperience with crane removals and advanced riggingBilingual (English/Spanish)What We OfferCompetitive pay based on experience and leadership levelFull-time, year-round workClear advancement path into senior leadership rolesOngoing training, certifications, and skill developmentStrong safety culture and team environmentOpportunity to help build and grow a leading Arbor DivisionApply today and lead a team that takes pride in building, protecting, and maintaining Texas landscapes.