Tree Care Crew Leader

Sperber Landscape Companies; Belmont (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sperber Landscape Companies in Belmont, MA, seeks a Tree - Crew Leader to supervise field crews in pruning, removals, and specialty tree work. You will lead climbers and ground staff, ensuring safety and efficiency while maintaining high-quality standards.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in tree care with leadership experience and knowledge of arboricultural techniques. A CDL and ISA certification are valued; bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of tree care experience, including climbing and leadership.
• Strong knowledge of arboricultural techniques and safety protocols.
• Proven ability to lead and train crews.
• ISA Certified Tree Worker or Arborist certification preferred.
• CDL license a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a crew of climbers and ground workers.
• Assign tasks, monitor productivity, and ensure quality standards are met.
• Perform complex aerial tree work, rigging, and removals.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with ANSI standards.
• Conduct job site inspections and communicate with managers and clients as needed.
• Train and mentor associate climbers and ground crew.
• Track daily production and equipment use.

Skills

Tree climbing

Leadership

Safety protocols

Crew supervision

ISA certification

CDL license

Bilingual English/Spanish

Job description

Job Title: Tree - Crew Leader

Location: Belmont, MA

Position Summary

The Tree Crew Leader leads tree care crews in daily field operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in pruning, removals, and specialty tree work.

Brief Description

Job Title: Tree - Crew Leader

Department: Tree Care / Field Operations

Location: Belmont, MA

Position Summary: The Tree Crew Leader leads tree care crews in daily field operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in pruning, removals, and specialty tree work.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a crew of climbers and ground workers.
• Assign tasks, monitor productivity, and ensure quality standards are met.
• Perform complex aerial tree work, rigging, and removals.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with ANSI standards.
• Conduct job site inspections and communicate with managers and clients as needed.
• Train and mentor associate climbers and ground crew.
• Track daily production and equipment use.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of tree care experience, including climbing and leadership.
• Strong knowledge of arboricultural techniques and safety protocols.
• Proven ability to lead and train crews.
• ISA Certified Tree Worker or Arborist certification preferred.
• CDL license a plus.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred