Arborist Crew Leader

Bartlett Tree Experts; Maplewood (NJ); On-site; USD 66,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Uniforms, PPE, gear and equipment

Job summary

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company seeks an Arborist Crew Leader in Maplewood, NJ to lead a tree care crew and perform all services safely and efficiently. You will guide pruning, cabling and bracing, rigging, removals, and operate equipment with a safety-first mindset.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of climbing and aerial lift experience, a valid driver's license, and a passion for nature. This role offers year-round outdoor work, professional development, and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least three 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.
• Excellent communication and client relation skills.

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).
• 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.
• Communicating, answering questions, and building relationships with clients.

Skills

Tree climbing

Team leadership

Safety-conscious

Customer communication

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Rigging equipment

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.

• $32.00 - $40.00 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

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
• 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.

Maplewood

NJ

Production Arborist

8/5/2026

Regular Full-Time