Tree Care Crew Leader

Joshua Tree Experts; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety culture

Career advancement

Work-life balance

Benefits package

Paid time off

Job summary

Joshua Tree Experts in North Charlotte is seeking a Tree Care Crew Leader to join our safety-first, fast-growing team. You will lead the tree care crew, perform and delegate pruning, removals, and shrub work on residential and commercial properties while maintaining high service standards.

You will communicate with clients, oversee equipment use, and ensure work is completed safely and efficiently in alignment with our culture of safety and quality. CDL-B preferred, ISA Arborist preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of tree care experience including pruning, trimming and removals.
• Ability to climb trees safely and navigate complex limb structures.
• Strong knowledge of tree species, diseases, and care techniques.
• Experience operating tree care equipment and safety procedures.
• Valid driver's license with clean record; CDL-B preferred.
• ISA Certified Arborist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and delegate tree care operations on residential and commercial properties.
• Operate lifts and various saws to prune, remove, or manage growth of trees and shrubs.
• Monitor and maintain equipment.
• Communicate with clients to ensure satisfaction.
• Arboriculture tasks: risk assessment, pruning, removal, and cabling and bracing.
• Learn and implement company safety rules and regulations.

Skills

Tree care experience

Climbing safety

Equipment operation

Communication skills

Problem solving

Driver's license

ISA Arborist certification

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Stump grinders

Job description

Would you enjoy working for a growing company?

Joshua Tree Experts, the leader in outdoor home services in North Charlotte, is seeking a Tree Care Crew Leader to join our safety-first, and fast growing team.

As a Crew Leader, you will be an essential and valued member of the Tree Crew with the primary responsibility of performing all tree and shrub care services on residential and commercial properties.

Crew Leaders oversee daily job-site execution while working alongside their crew. This is a customer-facing role that requires clear communication, professionalism, and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of personalities - including homeowners, property managers, sales arborists, and crew members.

You'll be trusted to represent Joshua Tree Experts on job sites and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in a way that reflects the culture in North Charlotte.

What You'll Do:

• Working with the Tree Crew, perform and delegate tree care operations to residential and commercial properties
• Operate Spyder lifts, bucket lifts, loaders, and various saws safely to prune, remove, or manage growth of trees and shrubs
• Monitor and maintain assigned equipment
• Communicate with clients while completing services to ensure satisfaction
• Conduct all aspects of arboriculture related to tree risk assessment, pruning, removing, and cabling and bracing
• Learn, understand, and implement company safety rules and regulations

What We're Looking For:

• Excellent understanding of tree care operations and safe tree care practices
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in tree care, including pruning, trimming, and removals
• Strong ability to climb and navigate a tree safely and efficiently
• Extensive knowledge of tree species, diseases, and proper care techniques
• Proficient in operating and maintaining various tree care equipment, such as chainsaws, chippers, and stump grinders
• Excellent problem solving abilities and the capacity to make informed decisions on the job
• Ability communicate effectively with team members, clients, and supervisors?>
• Valid Drivers License and clean driving record (CDL-B is preferred)
• ISA Certified Arborist is preferred

What can Joshua Tree Experts do for YOU:

• A culture focused on SAFETY
• Career advancement opportunities!
• Company that values a great WORK/LIFE balance
• Full time, YEAR ROUND employment with benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and PTO Days