Crew Leader - Tree Care

Yellowstone Landscape; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Weekly pay

Job summary

Yellowstone Landscape in Chicago is seeking experienced Crew Leaders for our Tree Care division to supervise field teams from start to finish. You will oversee all crew activities, demonstrate proper equipment use, and ensure safety and quality on every job.

We value reliable leaders with climbing experience, strong English communication, and a safe driving record. Join a team with excellent benefits and weekly pay, committed to excellence in commercial landscaping.

Qualifications

• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Experience managing a crew consisting of laborers providing Tree Care or related services.
• Experience with basic climbing techniques.
• Must have reliable transportation to the Branch or first job site.
• Safe driving record and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
• Strong English communication skills. Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all tree care service activities of the crew according to property and client specifications.
• Demonstrate correct equipment use to crew members.
• Complete a pre-trip inspection report each day.
• Coordinate with branch management, customers, and employees as needed.
• Drive crews to and from jobs while adhering to safety policies.

Skills

Crew leadership

Tree care experience

English communication

Spanish a plus

Equipment operation

Tools

Equipment operation

Job description

We are seeking experienced Crew Leaders to work safely in the field for our Tree Care division. You will be a working team member who oversees all aspects of a crew from start to completion.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all tree care service activities of the crew according to property and client specifications.
• Demonstrate correct equipment use to crew members.
• Complete a pre-trip inspection report each day.
• Coordinate with branch management, customers, and employees as needed.
• Use landscaping tools and operate heavy equipment as needed. Safely drive crews to and from jobs, adhering to the Company’s Safety Policy and ensuring that the public will be safe while in contact with crews.

Why Join Yellowstone?

• Competitive hourly pay, paid weekly
• Benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401k with a company match, paid time off, and holiday pay
• Industry-leading safety programs
• Company provided safety gear
• Equipped with optimal and most professional equipment
• High profile customers, worksites, and landscape results -A company that values and appreciates YOU

Requirements

• Legal authorization to work in the United States
• Experience managing a crew consisting of laborers providing Tree Care or related services
• Experience with basic climbing techniques
• Must have reliable transportation to the Branch or first job site
• Safe driving record and ability to successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Report (“MVR”) required
• Strong English communication skills. Spanish a plus

Become part of the team dedicated to Excellence in Commercial Landscaping