Arborist Crew Leader — Safe, Full-Time with Benefits

Joshua Tree Experts; Lake Bluff (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO Days

Paid Training

Education opportunities

Safety incentives

Retirement planning

Year-round employment

Job summary

Joshua Tree Experts is seeking a Crew Leader to join the Tree Crew in North Chicago, IL. You will lead tree and shrub care projects on residential and commercial properties, ensuring safety and client satisfaction with strong teamwork.

You must have at least 5 years in tree care, be adept at climbing, and be comfortable operating chainsaws, chippers, and lifts. CDL-B is preferred. The role offers full-time, year-round employment with benefits and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in tree care, including pruning, trimming, and removals.
• Experience navigating and safely climbing trees.
• Ability to operate and maintain tree care equipment such as chainsaws and chippers.

Responsibilities

• Perform and delegate tree care operations for residential and commercial properties.
• Operate lifts and power tools safely to prune, remove, or manage growth of trees and shrubs.
• Monitor and maintain assigned equipment.

Skills

Tree care operations

Climbing safety

Client communication

Decision making

Driver's license

Education

ISA Certified Arborist (preferred)

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Stump grinders

Spyder lifts

Bucket lifts

loaders

Job description

Joshua Tree Experts is seeking a Crew Leader to join the Tree Crew in North Chicago, IL. You will lead tree and shrub care projects on residential and commercial properties, ensuring safety and client satisfaction with strong teamwork.

You must have at least 5 years in tree care, be adept at climbing, and be comfortable operating chainsaws, chippers, and lifts. CDL-B is preferred. The role offers full-time, year-round employment with benefits and ongoing training.