Lead Arborist Crew Leader: Guide & Grow Tree Team

Bartlett Tree Experts; Auburn (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Boot reimbursement

Uniforms and PPE

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Auburn, MA is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader to guide a tree care crew in pruning, cabling, rigging, and removals while safely operating equipment. You will lead a team, ensuring high standards, and building client relationships.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years of tree climbing with DdRT or SRT and aerial lift experience; a Class B CDL is preferred. This role is on site and offers growth within a safety-first professional environment.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 3 years of tree climbing experience (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift experience.
• Strong safety mindset and teamwork skills are essential.
• Valid driver's license; Class B CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely performing and supervising all arboriculture tasks (pruning, cabling/bracing, rigging, removals).
• Maintain and operate equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Supervise and manage crews; train team members for each job assignment.
• Ensure work meets industry and company standards; communicate with clients.
• Demonstrate passion for nature and the outdoors.

Skills

Tree climbing (DdRT/SRT)

Aerial lift experience

Driver's license

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts in Auburn, MA is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader to guide a tree care crew in pruning, cabling, rigging, and removals while safely operating equipment. You will lead a team, ensuring high standards, and building client relationships.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years of tree climbing with DdRT or SRT and aerial lift experience; a Class B CDL is preferred. This role is on site and offers growth within a safety-first professional environment.