Lead Arborist: Grow Your Tree-Care Crew

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Health insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Training programs

Uniforms, PPE, gear

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Waltham, MA is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader to guide a tree care crew and perform work safely and efficiently. You will mentor teammates, supervise operations, and ensure quality outcomes across pruning, removals, rigging, and equipment use.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of tree climbing and aerial lift experience, a Class B license, and a passion for outdoor work, with a collaborative mindset and strong communication with clients and coworkers.

Qualifications

• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
• At least three (3) years of tree climbing 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, 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 care

Leadership

Outdoor work

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts in Waltham, MA is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader to guide a tree care crew and perform work safely and efficiently. You will mentor teammates, supervise operations, and ensure quality outcomes across pruning, removals, rigging, and equipment use.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of tree climbing and aerial lift experience, a Class B license, and a passion for outdoor work, with a collaborative mindset and strong communication with clients and coworkers.