Arborist Crew Lead - Elevate Tree Care & Leadership

Bartlett Tree Experts; Durham (AR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, vision, life, andDis.

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

PPE, uniforms, and equipment

Boot reimbursement

Training and continuing education

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Durham, NC is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader to guide a tree care crew in delivering safe, high‑quality services. You will supervise, perform, and optimize a wide range of arboriculture tasks on client sites.

This full‑time role emphasizes safety, professional development, and teamwork, with opportunities to advance and access industry credentials while working with our Field Operations team.

Qualifications

• Three years of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift experience.
• Valid Driver's License (Class B CDL preferred).
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Proven initiative with a team-oriented, self-motivated attitude.
• Commitment to safety and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform and supervise all aspects of arboriculture, including pruning, cabling and bracing, rigging, removals.
• Properly maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts).
• 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.

Skills

Tree climbing experience

Crew leadership

Valid driver’s license

Outdoor work year-round

Safety-minded

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts in Durham, NC is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader to guide a tree care crew in delivering safe, high‑quality services. You will supervise, perform, and optimize a wide range of arboriculture tasks on client sites.

This full‑time role emphasizes safety, professional development, and teamwork, with opportunities to advance and access industry credentials while working with our Field Operations team.