Lead Tree Care Technician - Safety-First, Year-Round Role

Joshua Tree Experts; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety culture

Career advancement

Work-life balance

Benefits package

Paid time off

Job summary

Joshua Tree Experts in North Charlotte is seeking a Tree Care Crew Leader to join our safety-first, fast-growing team. You will lead the tree care crew, perform and delegate pruning, removals, and shrub work on residential and commercial properties while maintaining high service standards.

You will communicate with clients, oversee equipment use, and ensure work is completed safely and efficiently in alignment with our culture of safety and quality. CDL-B preferred, ISA Arborist preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of tree care experience including pruning, trimming and removals.
• Ability to climb trees safely and navigate complex limb structures.
• Strong knowledge of tree species, diseases, and care techniques.
• Experience operating tree care equipment and safety procedures.
• Valid driver's license with clean record; CDL-B preferred.
• ISA Certified Arborist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and delegate tree care operations on residential and commercial properties.
• Operate lifts and various saws to prune, remove, or manage growth of trees and shrubs.
• Monitor and maintain equipment.
• Communicate with clients to ensure satisfaction.
• Arboriculture tasks: risk assessment, pruning, removal, and cabling and bracing.
• Learn and implement company safety rules and regulations.

Skills

Tree care experience

Climbing safety

Equipment operation

Communication skills

Problem solving

Driver's license

ISA Arborist certification

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Stump grinders

Job description

Joshua Tree Experts in North Charlotte is seeking a Tree Care Crew Leader to join our safety-first, fast-growing team. You will lead the tree care crew, perform and delegate pruning, removals, and shrub work on residential and commercial properties while maintaining high service standards.

You will communicate with clients, oversee equipment use, and ensure work is completed safely and efficiently in alignment with our culture of safety and quality. CDL-B preferred, ISA Arborist preferred.