Arborist Crew Leader

Bartlett; Simsbury (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, anddis-

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Company uniforms, PPE, gear, and equip

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Simsbury, CT is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader to supervise a tree care crew and perform pruning, cabling, rigging, and removals while operating equipment safely. You will mentor team members and ensure work meets industry and company standards, delivering excellent client service.

This role requires at least three years of tree climbing experience, a valid driver's license (CDL preferred), and the ability to work outdoors year-round.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a tree care crew and safely performing arboriculture tasks.
• Ability to supervise crews, train workers, and maintain safety standards.
• Strong communication with clients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Safely performing and supervising pruning, cabling and bracing, rigging, and removals.
• Operate and maintain equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Supervise crews, train personnel for each job, ensure work meets standards, build client relationships.

Skills

Arborist leadership

Tree climbing

Safety-minded

Client communication

Driver's license

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.

• 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 conditionsProven initiative, positive attitude, team-oriented, and self-motivated

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

Simsbury

CT

Production Arborist

10/21/2026

Regular Full-Time