Arborist Crew Leader

Bartlett; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Boot reimbursement

Uniforms, PPE, gear

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader to lead a tree care crew, supervise safe and efficient arboriculture work, and mentor team members at our Phoenix area office. You will guide pruning, removals, rigging, and equipment operation while upholding Bartlett standards and client satisfaction.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of tree climbing with DdRT/SRT, a valid CDL-preferred license, and a demonstrated ability to lead teams in outdoor environments.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift experience
• Valid driver’s license and clean MV record
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions

Responsibilities

• Safely performing and supervising all arboriculture tasks including pruning, cabling and bracing, rigging, and removals
• Properly maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts)
• Supervising and managing crews while performing tree care services
• Ensuring crew members are trained for each job assignment
• Ensuring work adheres to industry and company standards
• Communicating with clients and building relationships on site
• Contributing to environment and outdoor stewardship

Skills

Team leadership

Safety-first mindset

Client communication

Initiative

Self-motivated

Tools

Hand tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

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.

We offer competitive compensation, as well as

• 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

To find out more about what life is like at Bartlett, check us out on Instagram @LifeatBartlett.

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
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• At least three (3) years of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift experience in the tree care industry
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record (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.

Phoenix

AZ

Production Arborist

10/5/2026

Regular Full-Time