Arborist Crew Leader — Lead & Mentor Team

Bartlett Tree Experts; Olympia (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment

Boot reimbursement

Training and education programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Olympia, WA, is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader to guide a tree care crew and perform services safely and efficiently. This role emphasizes leadership, training, and delivering high-quality arboriculture.

You will supervise pruning, cabling and bracing, rigging, removals, and equipment operation, while fostering teamwork, meeting client needs, and maintaining safety standards. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Three+ 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.

Responsibilities

• Safely performing and supervising all aspects of arboriculture, including pruning, cabling and bracing, rigging, removals, 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.

Skills

Tree climbing

Aerial lift experience

Team-oriented

Self-motivated

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts in Olympia, WA, is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader to guide a tree care crew and perform services safely and efficiently. This role emphasizes leadership, training, and delivering high-quality arboriculture.

You will supervise pruning, cabling and bracing, rigging, removals, and equipment operation, while fostering teamwork, meeting client needs, and maintaining safety standards. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for advancement.