Arborist Crew Leader

Bartlett Tree Experts; Durham (AR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, vision, life, andDis.

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

PPE, uniforms, and equipment

Boot reimbursement

Training and continuing education

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Durham, NC is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader to guide a tree care crew in delivering safe, high‑quality services. You will supervise, perform, and optimize a wide range of arboriculture tasks on client sites.

This full‑time role emphasizes safety, professional development, and teamwork, with opportunities to advance and access industry credentials while working with our Field Operations team.

Qualifications

• Three years of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift experience.
• Valid Driver's License (Class B CDL preferred).
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Proven initiative with a team-oriented, self-motivated attitude.
• Commitment to safety and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform and supervise all aspects of arboriculture, including pruning, cabling and bracing, rigging, removals.
• Properly maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts).
• 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.

Skills

Tree climbing experience

Crew leadership

Valid driver’s license

Outdoor work year-round

Safety-minded

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

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
• 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 : Name

Durham

Location : State/Province

NC

Category

Production Arborist

Latest Post Date: englishcareers

9/9/2026

Type

Regular Full-Time