Arbor Crew Leader

Texscape Services, LLC.; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

On Demand Pay

Education Assistance

Career Advancement Opportunities

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Texscape Services Monarch Landscape Companies is hiring an Arbor Crew Lead to direct field crews on job sites, ensuring quality service and adherence to schedules. The role encompasses pruning, tree removal, and coordinating with the Arbor Foreman and District Manager to meet project standards.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of professional tree experience, strong safety practices, and the ability to obtain ISA certification if not already held.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of professional tree work experience.
• ISA Certified Tree Worker Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Direct crew activities on job site per Arbor Foreman and District Manager
• Assign daily tasks and ensure safety briefings are conducted
• Safely climb trees and work from buckets or ladders to access work areas
• Inspect trees for disease or pest problems and coordinate pruning/removal as needed
• Maintain equipment; document daily activities and report needs for repairs

Skills

Tree climbing

Pruning techniques

Tree ID & disease ID

Communication

Safety procedures

Ropes & knots

PPE & safety

Education

ISA Certified Tree Worker Certification

Tools

Climbing hooks & belts

Chainsaws

Ropes & rigging

Aerial rescue equipment

Job description

Texscape Services Monarch Landscape Companies is a family of successful landscape brands in eight states across the United States We are a values based learning organization committed to being the best place to work as a landscape professional Our approach to investing in people is simple We put the Field First We strive to be the best place to work for landscape professionals and are currently offering an excellent opportunity for an Arbor Crew Lead Were looking for qualified driven individuals who can work autonomously This posting remains open year round as we are always looking for great people to join our team

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the direction of crew activities on job site according to pre established schedules standards and procedures to provide a high quality of service as direct by Arbor Foreman and Arbor District Manager

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience At least 2 years of professional tree work experienceLicense or Certification Valid driver license issued by the state where employed is strongly preferredValid ISA Certified Tree Worker Certification or ability to obtain within 6 monthsSpecialized Skills Basic tree care principals pruning techniques tree ID and disease IDTree climbing above 15 feet cabling and safety proceduresAerial rescue; safe work practices; proper PPE; hazard recognition; Dig Alert procedures and tree removal techniques; basic knots and rope operation for rigging; emergency tree rescue proceduresAbility to communicate effectively with crew members and Arbor ForemanAbility to verbally understand and communicate in English is strongly preferredBi lingual EnglishSpanish preferred but not requiredExcellent internal and external customer service skills ensuring clients needs are met in an accurate complete and timely fashion by demonstrating courtesy efficiency and professionalism

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job Frequently climbs trees above 15 feet and performs work on branches or truck platformsConstantly required to talk hear see sit stand and walkMust be able to see at close vision distant vision peripherally have depth perception and have the ability to adjust focusFrequent use of hands to manipulate handle or feel objects tools or controlsFrequently required to reach bend twist stoop crouch climb and balance on surfaces that may be narrow andor slipperyFrequently required to lift andor move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift andor move up to 50 pounds

Work Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job Frequently works with mechanical objects and outside in all weather conditionsOccasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals Frequently exposed to loud noise levels

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Understand and implement job specifications for each siteAssign daily tasks to crew members and ensure complianceConduct daily job site safety briefing and tailgate meeting with crewSafely climb trees using climbing hooks and belts or climb ladders to access work areaComplete daily paperwork timely and accuratelyReport equipment in need of repair to shop mechanicSupervise safe loading and unloading of equipmentAssist Arbor Foreman with initial and on going training of crewsDiscuss job site observations with Arbor ForemanTrim and reshape trees to achieve attractive shapes or remove low hanging branchesCable brace tie bolt stake and guy trees and branches to provide supportCut away dead and excess branches from trees using climbing equipment or buckets of extended truck books andor chainsaws hooks handsaws shears and clippersLower branches with ropes or block and tackleTransplant and remove trees and shrubs and prepare trees for movingSafe operation of shredding and chipping equipment including the feeding of brush and limbs into machinesSafe operation of arbor vehicles and equipment including but not limited to boom trucks loaders stump chippers brush chippers tractors sprayers power saws chainsaws pole pruners backpack blowers and hand toolsInspect trees to determine if they have disease or pest problemClean sharpen and lubricate tools and equipmentShows up to work each day on time; completes all tasks within time expectations; adheres to company dress code policy; wears clean clothes to work each day; follows inclement weather policy and sick leave reporting procedures

Total Rewards

At Monarch we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract engage and retain top talent Elements of our Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities Monarch also provides eligible employees with an array of additional benefits including The opportunity to enroll in a variety of healthcare benefit programs including medical dental and vision plan options; flexible spending accounts; retirement savings plans; term lifead&d; and a number of supplemental insurancesCompany Provided LifeAD&DEmployee Assistance Program7 Paid Holidays3 Days Paid Bereavement5 Days Paid Jury DutyEmployee Equity ProgramPaid Time Off Starting at 1 week per yearSick Pay in accordance with applicable state or local ordinanceOn Demand Pay Through A Partnership with DailyPayReferral Bonuses ProgramsGym Membership and Mobile Carrier DiscountsEducation AssistanceBest in Class Learning Management SystemCareer Advancement OpportunitiesThe specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as position tenure geographic location and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements Please note that the salary information shown below is provided in compliance with state specific laws Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications as well as market and business considerations and therefore may be different in other locations or operating divisions Pay range 25 35 per hour Texscape Services is an EEO and E Verify participating employer Texscape Services is an On Demand Daily Pay employer