Tree Care Crew Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Year-round employment

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid training and certification

Paid Vacation & PTO

Job summary

Joshua Tree Experts in Richmond, VA is seeking a Crew Leader to supervise tree and shrub care on residential and commercial properties. You will work with the Tree Crew to perform operations and ensure safety and quality of service.

Responsibilities include operating lifts and saws, maintaining equipment, communicating with clients, and implementing safety rules. The role offers paid training, safety-focused culture, and year-round employment with benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in tree care, including pruning, trimming, and removals.
• Strong ability to climb and navigate trees safely and efficiently.
• Extensive knowledge of tree species, diseases, and proper care techniques.
• Proficient in operating and maintaining tree care equipment (chainsaws, chippers, stump grinders).
• Excellent problem solving and decision making on the job.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members, clients, and supervisors.
• Valid Driver's License and clean driving record (CDL-B preferred).
• ISA Certified Arborist preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead tree care operations for residential and commercial properties with the Tree Crew.
• Operate Spyder lifts, bucket lifts, loaders, and various saws safely for pruning/removals.
• Monitor and maintain assigned equipment.
• Communicate with clients during service to ensure satisfaction.
• Perform arboriculture tasks including pruning, removals, cabling and bracing.
• Learn and implement company safety rules and regulations.

Skills

Tree care operations

Climbing safety

Client communication

Team collaboration

Decision making

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Stump grinders

Job description

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

Want to work in a culture focused on safety and professionalism?

Would you enjoy working for a growing company?

As a Crew Leader, you will be an essential and valued member of the Tree Crew in Richmond, VA with the primary responsibility of performing all tree and shrub care services on residential and commercial properties. Crew Leaders with Joshua Tree Experts enjoy working for a company that is focused on safety and positive company culture.

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)
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and PTO Days
• Paid Training and Education to obtain Industry certifications and licensing
• Safety Incentives

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