Arborist Crew Leader

Bartlett Tree Experts; Waltham (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay

Safety culture

Advancement

Insurance

401k

PTO

Credential pay

Uniforms provided

Boot reimbursement

Training programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Waltham, MA is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader to guide a tree care crew, safely performing pruning, removals, rigging, and equipment operation while upholding company standards.

You will train crew members, coordinate with the Arborist Representative and Local Manager, and build client relationships. This role offers a safety-first culture, opportunities for advancement, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of tree climbing and aerial lift experience.
• Positive attitude, teamwork, and self-motivation.
• Valid driver's license; Class B CDL preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely performing and supervising all arboriculture tasks: pruning, cabling and bracing, rigging, removals, and equipment operation.
• Leading and training crew members for designated jobs.
• Ensuring work complies with industry and company standards and building client relationships.

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 care by enhancing the skills, performance, and productivity of other team members within your office.

Benefits

• $26.00 - $35.00 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

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
• 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.

Location : Name

Waltham

Location : State/Province

MA

Category

Production Arborist

Latest Post Date: englishcareers

9/16/2026

Type

Regular Full-Time