Lead Arborist - Tree Care Crew Leader

Bartlett; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Health, dental, vision & lifeInsurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off & holidays

License/credential pay increases

Uniforms, PPE, gear & equipment

Boot reimbursement

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Spokane, WA is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader to supervise and perform all tree care tasks safely and efficiently. The role emphasizes leading a crew, ensuring high-quality work, and maintaining equipment in a safety-first environment.

You will guide crew training, communicate with clients, and uphold Bartlett’s standards while promoting professional development and job-site teamwork. This is a full-time position with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Safely performing and supervising arboriculture tasks across the crew.
• Ability to lead and train team members for designated jobs.
• Valid driver’s license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely performing and supervising pruning, cabling, bracing, rigging, and removals.
• Maintain and operate equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Supervise crews and ensure work meets company and industry standards.
• Communicate with clients and coordinate job sites on a daily basis.

Skills

Tree climbing

DdRT/SRT

Aerial lift

Crew supervision

Customer relations

Education

No formal degree stated

Tools

Hand tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts in Spokane, WA is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader to supervise and perform all tree care tasks safely and efficiently. The role emphasizes leading a crew, ensuring high-quality work, and maintaining equipment in a safety-first environment.

You will guide crew training, communicate with clients, and uphold Bartlett’s standards while promoting professional development and job-site teamwork. This is a full-time position with growth opportunities.