Arborist Crew Leader

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, vision, life, and-dis

Disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Credential/license pay increases

Uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment

Boot reimbursement

Training and education resources

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader to lead a tree care crew and safely perform all tree care services. The role focuses on mentoring team members, ensuring safety, and delivering high-quality workmanship on every job.

The position requires strong climbing skills and experience with equipment, along with a commitment to client service and industry standards. Local travel may be involved while supporting Bartlett’s mission.

Qualifications

• 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.
• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Tree climbing (DdRT/SRT)

Aerial lift operation

Team leadership

Client communication

Tools

Chainsaws

Aerial lifts

Hand tools

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

We offer competitive compensation ($26-$36 an hour), as well as:

• 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

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

Location : Name

Gaithersburg

Location : State/Province

MD

Category

Production Arborist

Type

Regular Full-Time