Arborist Crew Leader

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Arborist Crew Leader to lead a dedicated tree care team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your passion for nature while enhancing the skills of your crew. You will be responsible for supervising all tree care services, ensuring safety and efficiency on the job site. With a strong emphasis on professional development and a supportive workplace culture, this position is perfect for those who thrive in outdoor environments and enjoy leading teams. Join a company that values growth and offers numerous benefits, including competitive compensation and advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Company provided uniforms and gear

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Access to training and continuing education programs

Qualifications

• 3+ years of tree climbing and aerial lift experience in tree care.
• Valid driver's license; Class B CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and perform all aspects of arboriculture safely.
• Ensure crew members are trained for their job assignments.

Skills

Tree Climbing (DdRT or SRT)

Supervisory Skills

Client Communication

Team Management

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial Lifts

Hand Tools

Job description

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

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
• At least three (3) years of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift experience in the tree care industry
• 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

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

Location

Bolingbrook, IL

Category

Production Arborist

Type

Regular Full-Time