Lead Tree Care Climber

Savatreecareers; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 52,349,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off

401(k) Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Plan

Equipment account

Job summary

SavATree is seeking a Crew Lead for the Tree Care Team in Northbrook, IL to guide outdoor work and ensure top-quality pruning, removals, and safety compliance. You will operate chainsaws, aerial lifts, and related gear while supervising crew members.

Responsibilities include leading pruning tasks, performing cable bracing where needed, and maintaining client satisfaction with safe, efficient service on exterior landscapes. CDL not required but helpful.

Qualifications

• The candidate should demonstrate expertise in proper pruning of large shade trees and ornamentals.
• Must identify native and introduced species with knowledge of their characteristics.
• Ability to climb without spurs and operate all related equipment safely.
• Solid understanding of tree care safety standards and hazard awareness.
• Experience with aerial lifts and chainsaw operation is required.
• Familiarity with bucket trucks and fall protection systems is expected.
• Ability to perform precise pruning cuts per ANSI guidelines and tree species.
• Strong knowledge of safety policies and hazard identification.

Responsibilities

• Daily focus on a General Tree Care crew to deliver high-quality care.
• Participate in pruning, removals, cable bracing and related tasks.
• Safely operate equipment while providing excellent client service.
• Collaborate with team to meet safety and quality standards.

Skills

Pruning expertise

Identify tree species

Climb without spurs

Tree care safety standards

Chainsaw operation

Aerial lift experience

Safety policy understanding

Climbing equipment handling

Pruning cuts technique

ANSI pruning standards

Tools

Chainsaw

Bucket truck / Aerial lift

Job description

SavATree is seeking a Crew Lead for the Tree Care Team in Northbrook, IL to guide outdoor work and ensure top-quality pruning, removals, and safety compliance. You will operate chainsaws, aerial lifts, and related gear while supervising crew members.

Responsibilities include leading pruning tasks, performing cable bracing where needed, and maintaining client satisfaction with safe, efficient service on exterior landscapes. CDL not required but helpful.