Lead Arborist Crew Chief - Tree Care & Training

Bartlett; Emmaus (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Boot reimbursement

Uniforms and PPE

Training opportunities

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Emmaus, PA is looking for an Arborist Crew Leader to supervise and perform tree care tasks safely and efficiently. You will lead a crew, train team members, and ensure work meets industry and company standards while engaging with clients and maintaining equipment.

The role requires at least 3 years of climbing experience with DdRT/SRT, a valid driver's license (Class B CDL preferred), and the ability to work year-round in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• At least three (3) years of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift experience.
• Valid driver's license (Class B CDL preferred).
• Able to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Proactive, team‑oriented, and self‑motivated.

Responsibilities

• Safely performing and supervising all arboriculture tasks.
• Pruning, cabling and bracing, rigging, removals.
• Maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Supervising crews and ensuring proper training for each job.
• Communicating with clients and upholding standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Initiative

Tools

Hand tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts in Emmaus, PA is looking for an Arborist Crew Leader to supervise and perform tree care tasks safely and efficiently. You will lead a crew, train team members, and ensure work meets industry and company standards while engaging with clients and maintaining equipment.

The role requires at least 3 years of climbing experience with DdRT/SRT, a valid driver's license (Class B CDL preferred), and the ability to work year-round in all weather conditions.