Tree Care Crew Lead & Climber - Outdoor Leader

SavATree LLC; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental

Paid time off

401(K) Savings Plan

Equipment Account

Flexible Spending Plan

Job summary

SavATree LLC is seeking a Crew Lead to guide a General Tree Care crew in outdoor environments across local properties. You will supervise pruning, removals, and safety protocols while ensuring high-quality service and client satisfaction.

Applicants should demonstrate knowledge of pruning standards, tree species, and safe climbing techniques, with experience using bucket trucks and aerial lifts. CDL is a plus in a value-driven team setting.

Qualifications

• The candidate must enjoy outdoor work and have practical pruning knowledge.
• Experience identifying native and ornamental trees and shrubs is preferred.
• Ability to climb safely without spurs and operate tree-care equipment.

Responsibilities

• Work on a General Tree Care crew delivering high-quality pruning and removals.
• Perform cable bracing and other tree-care tasks with safe practices.
• Operate equipment safely and maintain equipment readiness for jobs.

Skills

Pruning practices

Tree species ID

Climb without spurs

Tree care safety

Chainsaw operation

Aerial lifts

Hazard awareness

Lowering techniques

ANSI standards

Team leadership

Tools

Bucket truck

Ropes & rigging

Ladders

Job description

SavATree LLC is seeking a Crew Lead to guide a General Tree Care crew in outdoor environments across local properties. You will supervise pruning, removals, and safety protocols while ensuring high-quality service and client satisfaction.

Applicants should demonstrate knowledge of pruning standards, tree species, and safe climbing techniques, with experience using bucket trucks and aerial lifts. CDL is a plus in a value-driven team setting.