Senior Arborist Crew Leader

Bartlett; Lake Bluff (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Uniforms provided

PPE provided

Boot reimbursement

Training programs

Career advancement

Equipment provided

Labs access

Job summary

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company in Lake Bluff, IL seeks an experienced Arborist Crew Leader to guide a tree care crew, performing pruning, removals, rigging, and related services safely and efficiently.

You will mentor crew members and ensure work meets high industry standards. We offer a safety-first culture, strong advancement opportunities, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, a 401k plan, paid time off and holidays, plus uniforms

Qualifications

• At least three (3) years of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift experience.
• 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 perform and supervise all arboriculture tasks, including pruning, cabling and bracing, rigging, removals, and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts).
• Supervise and manage crews while performing tree care services.
• Ensure each crew member is trained appropriately for designated jobs.
• Ensure work is performed in accordance with industry and company standards.
• Communicate with clients and build relationships.
• Demonstrate a passion for nature and the outdoors.

Skills

Tree climbing

Crew leadership

Rigging

Equipment operation

Communication

Safety practices

Tools

Aerial lifts

Chainsaws

Chippers

Job description

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company in Lake Bluff, IL seeks an experienced Arborist Crew Leader to guide a tree care crew, performing pruning, removals, rigging, and related services safely and efficiently.

You will mentor crew members and ensure work meets high industry standards. We offer a safety-first culture, strong advancement opportunities, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, a 401k plan, paid time off and holidays, plus uniforms