Arborist Crew Leader

Bartlett Tree Experts; Guilford (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Uniforms and gear provided

Training opportunities

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Guilford, CT is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader to supervise tree care services. The role is essential for leading a team, ensuring safety, and delivering high-quality tree care. Candidates must have at least three years of tree climbing experience and a valid driver's license.

This position offers a supportive workplace with advancement opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of tree climbing experience in the tree care industry.
• Valid driver's license, Class B CDL preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all aspects of tree care services.
• Maintain and operate equipment safely.
• Train crew members for job assignments.

Skills

Tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) experience

Supervisory skills

Positive attitude

Communication skills

Team-oriented

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Arborist Crew Leader

Location: Guilford, CT

Type: Regular Full-Time

Job ID: 2026-34526

Category: Production Arborist

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

• 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

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

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.