Arborist Crew Leader

Bartlett Tree Experts; Centre Hall (Centre County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Healthcare benefits

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in State College, PA seeks an Arborist Crew Leader to lead a tree care crew and perform services safely and efficiently. You will mentor teammates and ensure high standards of workmanship in all tasks.

The role requires multiple years of tree climbing and a valid driver's license. A CDL is preferred; year-round outdoor work and a proactive, team-oriented attitude are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of tree climbing experience in the tree care industry.
• Valid driver’s license; Class B CDL preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely performing and supervising all arboriculture tasks including pruning, cabling/bracing, rigging, removals, and equipment maintenance.
• Supervising and managing crews while performing tree care services as directed by leadership.
• Ensuring crew members are trained for each job assignment.
• Ensuring work meets industry and company standards.
• Communicating with clients and building relationships; promoting a passion for nature.

Skills

Tree climbing

Aerial lift experience

Driver's license

Outdoor work

Team leadership

Job description

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.

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

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
• 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.

State College

PA

Production Arborist

7/29/2026

Regular Full-Time