Arborist Crew Leader

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Lake Bluff (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 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

Company uniforms & PPE provided

Boot reimbursement

Training programs

Job summary

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is seeking an experienced Arborist Crew Leader to guide a tree care crew in Lake Bluff, IL. The role focuses on safe, efficient arboriculture services and leadership of onsite teams.

Responsibilities include supervising pruning, cabling and bracing, rigging, and removals, while maintaining equipment and ensuring adherence to industry standards. Strong communication with clients and a proactive training approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Three years of tree climbing and aerial lift experience (DdRT or SRT).
• Valid driver’s license (Class B CDL preferred).
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely performing and supervising all arboriculture tasks (pruning, cabling and bracing, rigging, removals).
• Maintain and operate equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Supervise crews and ensure proper training for each job assignment.
• Communicate with clients and build relationships on site.

Skills

Tree climbing

DdRT/SRT experience

Safety-conscious

Team leadership

Tools

Hand tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

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:

• $20.00 - $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

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

Location : Name

Lake Bluff

Location : State/Province

IL

Category

Production Arborist

Type

Regular Full-Time