Arborist Crew Leader

Bartlett; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Training programs

Boot reimbursement

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader in Pleasant Hill, CA to lead a tree care crew and perform services safely and efficiently.

Role emphasizes coaching teammates, supervising fieldwork, and maintaining equipment, with pay rates of $35.00–$53.00 per hour and strong advancement opportunities within a safety-first workplace.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of tree care experience preferred.
• Ability to supervise and lead a crew safely and efficiently.
• Valid driver’s license required; Class B CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely performing and supervising all arboriculture tasks.
• Supervising and managing crews on jobsites.
• Ensuring training and compliance with industry standards.
• Maintaining equipment and coordinating with clients.

Skills

Tree climbing

Crew supervision

Equipment operation

Client communication

Safety compliance

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Hand tools

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.

• $35.00 - $53.00 per hour
• 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.

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.

Pleasant Hill
CA
Production Arborist
10/16/2026
Regular Full-Time