Arborist Crew Leader — Lead High-Impact Tree Care

Bartlett; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Credential/license pay increases

Company provided uniforms, PPE, gear,

Boot reimbursement

Training and resources from Bartlett

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in St. Louis, MO seeks an Arborist Crew Leader to guide a tree care crew, perform arboriculture tasks safely, and raise crew performance. The role emphasizes leadership, client communication, and high-quality tree care.

Experience includes at least 3 years of tree climbing with DdRT or SRT, operating equipment, and a valid driver’s license. This full-time position offers a safety-first culture, internal growth, and broad training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift experience in tree care.
• 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.

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 as directed by Arborist Representative and Local Manager.
• Ensuring crew members are trained appropriately for each job assignment.
• Maintaining work according to industry and company standards and communicating with clients.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Safety minded

Positive attitude

Self-motivated

Tools

Hand tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts in St. Louis, MO seeks an Arborist Crew Leader to guide a tree care crew, perform arboriculture tasks safely, and raise crew performance. The role emphasizes leadership, client communication, and high-quality tree care.

Experience includes at least 3 years of tree climbing with DdRT or SRT, operating equipment, and a valid driver’s license. This full-time position offers a safety-first culture, internal growth, and broad training opportunities.