Tree Care Crew Leader: Hands-On, Safe & Efficient

Brightview Landscapes Ltd.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

401k

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

BrightView Landscapes, LLC in San Diego, CA seeks a Crew Leader Tree Care to supervise daily crew activities, ensure safety, and lead pruning, cabling, bracing, lightning protection, and removals.

You will coordinate with management, inspect gear, manage schedules, and ensure safe operation of tools and equipment; CDL B required; bilingual in Spanish preferred; equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in tree care services
• Familiarity with techniques and equipment used in landscaping
• CDL Class B
• Experience managing a crew consisting of climbers and grounds men or related services
• Supervisory experience
• Ability to become certified in EHAP, First-Aid, and CPR
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Strong work ethic
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Bilingual (Spanish)

Responsibilities

• Supervise the tree care service activities of the crew
• Ensure crew members have the required safety materials, training, and are operating safely at all times
• Ensure work areas beneath and around the trees are clear and properly marked to protect the public from falling debris
• Inspect and maintain climbing gear and tree care equipment to ensure safety
• Review and manage crew schedules
• Complete daily pre-trip inspection reports before dispatch for all Class B equipment
• Coordinate with branch management, customers, and employees
• Safely operate tree & landscaping tools, as well as heavy equipment, as needed
• Utilize proper pruning techniques; assist with trimming trees, clearing, and chipping debris

Education

CDL Class B

EHAP

First-Aid/CPR

Bilingual Spanish

Supervisory experience

Verbal and written communication

Multitasking

Job description

BrightView Landscapes, LLC in San Diego, CA seeks a Crew Leader Tree Care to supervise daily crew activities, ensure safety, and lead pruning, cabling, bracing, lightning protection, and removals.

You will coordinate with management, inspect gear, manage schedules, and ensure safe operation of tools and equipment; CDL B required; bilingual in Spanish preferred; equal opportunity employer.