Senior Arborist Crew Leader - Lead Tree Care Team

Bartlett; Great Barrington (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development/credentialing

Uniforms & PPE provided

Boot reimbursement

Training programs

Job summary

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader to lead a tree care crew, perform and supervise services safely, and enhance the skills of team members.

The role emphasizes hands-on arboriculture, equipment operation, and strong client communication in a field-based, safety-first environment. The successful candidate will have at least 3 years of tree climbing experience (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift know-how, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work outdoors

Qualifications

• At least three (3) years of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift experience in the tree care industry.
• 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 performing and supervising all arboriculture tasks including pruning, cabling and bracing, rigging, removals, and operating hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Bringing a cooperative and enthusiastic attitude to the job site.
• Supervising and managing crews while performing tree care services as directed by the Arborist Representative and Local Manager.
• Ensuring crew members are trained appropriately for each job assignment.
• Ensuring all tree care work complies with industry and company standards.
• Communicating with clients and building relationships.

Skills

Tree climbing

DdRT/SRT climbing

Valid driver’s license

Equipment operation

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Hand tools

Job description

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is seeking an Arborist Crew Leader to lead a tree care crew, perform and supervise services safely, and enhance the skills of team members.

The role emphasizes hands-on arboriculture, equipment operation, and strong client communication in a field-based, safety-first environment. The successful candidate will have at least 3 years of tree climbing experience (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift know-how, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work outdoors