Arborist Crew Leader

Bartlett; Easton (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

401k retirement plan

Paid time off & holidays

Credential/license pay increases

Uniforms, PPE, gear & equipment

Boot reimbursement

Training resources

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Easton, MD is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader to lead a tree care crew and perform all arboriculture tasks safely and efficiently. The position emphasizes advancing skills and productivity while maintaining a safety-first culture.

The role requires at least three years of tree climbing experience and a valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Bartlett offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for advancement within the company.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of tree climbing (DdRT/SRT) experience.
• Valid driver's license and clean MVR.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Safely performing and supervising all arboriculture tasks: pruning, cabling/bracing, rigging, and removals.
• Properly maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Supervising and building a cooperative crew, ensuring training and adherence to standards.
• Communicating with clients and managing job sites as directed by the Arborist Representative and Local Manager.

Skills

Tree climbing

Crew supervision

Outdoor work

Client communication

Tools

Chainsaws

Aerial lifts

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.

Consider a change, consider the Eastern Shore of Maryland!

Our Easton, MD office is located just minutes from the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries - a perfect spot for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy hunting, fishing, boating, and hiking. Our small community is an ideal spot for those who love living in a small town that offers the best of many worlds, including access to public parks, open spaces, and large metropolitan areas like Washington, Annapolis, Baltimore, and Philadelphia.

• $25.00 - $50.00 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
• 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.

Easton

MD

Production Arborist

10/29/2026

Regular Full-Time