Lead Tree Climber & Crew Foreman

Moon Valley Nursery Inc; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Holidays

PTO

Job summary

Moon Valley Nurseries is seeking a Tree Climber Foreman to lead a crew in tree surgery and on-site care. You will direct, coach, and perform climbing, pruning, and removal tasks using bucket trucks and power tools on residential and commercial properties.

The role requires scheduling work, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring accurate paperwork. A valid driver’s license and landscaping experience are essential for this hands-on leadership position.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience climbing and pruning trees.
• Two years’ experience in the landscaping field preferred.
• Clear and effective communication skills.
• Aptitude in basic mathematical skills, job-planning, and problem-solving.
• Mechanical aptitude is a must.

Responsibilities

• Direct the team in tree trimming and care services, including on-site supervision and training.
• Plan and organize jobs and work orders to ensure resources and materials are available.
• Provide recommendations to management on job status, personnel issues, or client concerns.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, including site and equipment.
• Complete paperwork including work orders, time sheets, and material requisitions.
• Perform tree removals safely using power tools, climbing gear, and rigging systems.

Skills

Tree climbing

Team leadership

Pruning

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Chainsaws

Bucket trucks

Rigging systems

Power tools

Job description

Moon Valley Nurseries is seeking a Tree Climber Foreman to lead a crew in tree surgery and on-site care. You will direct, coach, and perform climbing, pruning, and removal tasks using bucket trucks and power tools on residential and commercial properties.

The role requires scheduling work, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring accurate paperwork. A valid driver’s license and landscaping experience are essential for this hands-on leadership position.