Arborist Crew Leader

Bartlett Tree Experts; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety culture

Advancement opportunities

Health benefits

401k retirement plan

PTO & holidays

Credential/license pay increases

Uniforms & PPE

Boot reimbursement

Training programs

Job summary

Bartlett is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader in Richmond, VA to lead a tree care crew and perform arboriculture services safely and efficiently. You will coach team members, ensure adherence to safety standards, and maintain equipment such as chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.

The role emphasizes client communication and a passion for outdoor work. Qualified candidates will have 3+ years of tree climbing experience, a valid license, and a willingness to drive in the field.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of tree climbing experience (DdRT or SRT).
• Valid driver's license required; Class B CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely performing and supervising all aspects of arboriculture.
• Pruning, cabling and bracing, rigging, removals.
• Maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts).
• Supervising and managing crews on job sites.
• Ensuring crew members are trained for each assignment.
• Ensuring work adheres to industry and company standards.
• Communicating with clients and building relationships.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round and pass a criminal background check.

Skills

Tree climbing

Crew supervision

Client communication

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Hand tools

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

1. Pruning
2. Cabling and bracing
3. Rigging
4. Removals
5. 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.

Richmond

VA

Production Arborist

10/29/2026

Regular Full-Time