Arborist Crew Leader

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Simsbury (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company in Simsbury, CT is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader to lead a tree care crew, perform pruning, removals, rigging, and related tasks with a strong emphasis on safety and efficiency.

You will supervise crews, ensure proper training, and uphold industry standards while building lasting relationships with clients. This full-time role includes advancement opportunities and access to Bartlett Research Laboratories resources.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift experience.
• Valid driver’s license and clean MVR.
• Criminal background check is required.
• Outdoors year-round work in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely performing and supervising all arboriculture tasks including pruning, cabling/bracing, rigging, and removals.
• Operate and maintain equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Supervise crews and ensure proper training for each assignment.
• Maintain industry and company standards and build client relations.

Skills

Tree climbing (DdRT/SRT)

Aerial lift experience

Team leadership

Education

Class B CDL preferred

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 competitive compensation, as well as:

• 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
• 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.

Location : Name

Simsbury

Location : State/Province

CT

Category

Production Arborist

Latest Post Date: englishcareers

9/16/2026

Type

Regular Full-Time