Tree Care Crew Leader

Joshua Tree Experts; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Paid Training and Education

Safety Incentives

Retirement Planning

Job summary

A tree care company in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Crew Leader to manage tree and shrub care services on residential and commercial properties. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in tree care operations and a strong understanding of safety practices. This role offers full-time, year-round employment with benefits, career advancement opportunities, and a culture focused on safety and work/life balance. Candidates must be able to operate tree care equipment and effectively communicate with team members and clients.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in tree care, including pruning, trimming, and removals.
• Strong knowledge of tree species, diseases, and care techniques.
• Valid Driver's License and clean driving record (CDL-B preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform and delegate tree care operations on residential and commercial properties.
• Safely operate lifts and various saws to manage tree and shrub growth.
• Communicate with clients to ensure satisfaction during services.

Skills

Tree care operations

Safe tree care practices

Climbing and navigating trees

Operating tree care equipment

Problem-solving abilities

Effective communication

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Stump grinders

Job description

OUR CLIENTS LOVE US, BECAUSE WE LOVE ENSURING THEY HAVE SAFE, HEALTHY, AND BEAUTIFUL HOME ENVIRONMENTS.

Are you currently working in the tree care industry and looking to make a change?

Would you enjoy working for a growing company focused on safety and professionalism?

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

We are dedicated to enhancing our co‑workers knowledge, experience, and abilities which is why we invest in YOU. Through paid education and utilizing leading industry equipment we ensure that you have everything you need to not only do the job, but do it great!

As a Crew Leader, you will play a crucial role in:

• 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 you need to be a Crew Leader:

• 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, but not required

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)
• PTO Days
• Paid Training and Education to obtain Industry certifications and licensing
• Safety Incentives
• Retirement Planning

Apply now to start your new career with Joshua Tree Experts!