Arborist Crew Lead: Lead Tree Care & Crew Excellence

Bartlett; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Uniforms and PPE

Boot reimbursement

Training programs

Equipment provided

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Spokane, WA is seeking an experienced Arborist Crew Leader. You will lead a tree care crew, perform and supervise pruning, cabling, bracing, rigging, removals, and operate equipment safely to keep projects on schedule.

You will mentor crew members, ensure training, maintain high safety and quality standards, and communicate with clients. Requirements include 3+ years climbing with DdRT/SRT and a Class B CDL preferred.

Qualifications

• At least three (3) 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, positive attitude, team-oriented and self-motivated.
• Safety-first mindset aligned with Bartlett standards.

Responsibilities

• Safely performing and supervising all arboriculture tasks including pruning, cabling and bracing, rigging, and removals.
• Properly maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Supervising and managing crews while delivering tree care services as directed by the Arborist Representative and Local Manager.
• Ensuring crew training and adherence to industry and company standards.
• Communicating with clients and building relationships on site.

Skills

Crew leadership

Arboriculture knowledge

Safety compliance

Tree care expertise

Pruning

Cabling and bracing

Rigging

Equipment operation

Client communication

Tools

Hand tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts in Spokane, WA is seeking an experienced Arborist Crew Leader. You will lead a tree care crew, perform and supervise pruning, cabling, bracing, rigging, removals, and operate equipment safely to keep projects on schedule.

You will mentor crew members, ensure training, maintain high safety and quality standards, and communicate with clients. Requirements include 3+ years climbing with DdRT/SRT and a Class B CDL preferred.