Arborist Crew Leader

Bartlett Tree Experts; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 38,572 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Company provided uniforms and gear

Job summary

A leading tree care company in Chattanooga is seeking an experienced Arborist Crew Leader to oversee a tree care crew and perform arboriculture services. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of tree climbing experience and a valid driver's license. This role includes training team members, ensuring safety standards, and maintaining equipment. Competitive hourly pay ranges from $28.00 to $32.00, with robust benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• At least three years of tree climbing experience in the tree care industry.
• Valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle record.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Supervising all aspects of arboriculture including pruning and rigging.
• Training crew members for their designated job assignments.
• Communicating with clients and maintaining relationships.

Skills

Tree climbing techniques (DdRT or SRT)

Aerial lift operation

Equipment maintenance

Team leadership

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

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 careby enhancing the skills, performance, and productivity of other team members within your office.

Benefits

• $28.00-$32.00 per hour
• A safety-first culture and professionalworkplace
• 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.

Location : Name Chattanooga Location : State/Province TN Category Production Arborist Latest Post Date: englishcareers 7/28/2025 Type Regular Full-Time