Arborist Crew Leader

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment

Boot reimbursement

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in San Diego, CA seeks an Arborist Crew Leader to lead a tree care crew and perform all arboriculture services safely and efficiently. You will mentor crew members, supervise work, and ensure projects meet safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes training, client communication, and adherence to industry guidelines while supporting professional development within Bartlett Tree Experts’ safety-first culture.

Qualifications

• 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
• CDL holders are highly encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

• Safely performing and supervising all aspects of arboriculture, including pruning, cabling and bracing, rigging, removals, and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, 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 crew members are trained for each job assignment
• Ensuring all tree care work complies with industry and company standards
• Communicating with clients and building relationships

Skills

Tree climbing

Aerial lift experience

Driver's license

Outdoor work year-round

Teamwork

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 - $35.00 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
• 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
• CDL holders are highly encouraged to apply.

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

Location : Name

San Diego

Location : State/Province

CA

Category

Production Arborist

Type

Regular Full-Time