Arborist Crew Leader

Bartlett Tree Experts; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Public holidays

Credential/license pay increases

Uniforms and gear

Boot reimbursement

Training programs

Bartlett Research Labs access

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Ashburn, VA is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader to guide a tree care crew and deliver safe, high-quality services. You will supervise on-site work, perform pruning, cabling, bracing, rigging, and removals, and ensure equipment is maintained.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years of tree climbing and aerial lift experience, a valid driver's license, and a proactive, team-oriented mindset. Bartlett offers training and advancement within a safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift experience.
• Valid driver's license with clean MVR (Class B CDL preferred).
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Proven initiative, positive attitude, team-oriented and self-motivated.
• Must pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform and supervise all arboriculture tasks on site.
• Pruning, cabling and bracing, rigging, and removals.
• Maintain and operate hand tools, saws, chippers and aerial lifts.
• Provide coaching and training to crew members.
• Communicate with clients and coordinate work with the office.

Skills

Tree climbing

Leadership

Safety awareness

Equipment operation

Background check

Tools

Chainsaws

Aerial lifts

Rigging gear

Hand tools

Job description

Arborist Crew Leader

Location: US-VA-Ashburn

Type: Regular Full-Time

ID: 2026-35300

Category: Production Arborist

Overview

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

We offer competitive compensation, as well as:

• A safety-first culture and professional workplace


• Advancement opportunities - we promote from within


• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance


• 401k retirement plan


• Paid time off and holidays


• Industry credential/license pay increases - we encourage and invest in your professional development


• Company provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment


• Boot reimbursement up to $150


• Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC

To find out more about what life is like at Bartlett, check us out on Instagram @LifeatBartlett.

Responsibilities

As an Arborist Crew Leader, you will play an important role in:

• 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

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


• Ability to pass a criminal background check


• 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

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.