Tree Care Crew Leader: Pruning, Safety & Leadership

BrightView Landscapes; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k with employer contributions

Paid holidays

Job summary

BrightView Landscapes in Fresno, CA is seeking a Crew Leader Tree Care to oversee daily tree care operations, lead the crew, and ensure safe, high-quality pruning, cabling, bracing, and removals.

This role requires 3 years in tree care, a CDL Class B, EHAP/First-Aid/CPR certification, and strong safety and communication skills; you will coordinate with management and customers and help uphold BrightView standards.

Qualifications

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

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 that the 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 all equipment and tools are safe and in proper working condition
• 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 tree debris, ensuring proper disposal

Skills

Tree care experience

Safety first mindset

Verbal and written communication

Bilingual Spanish

Education

CDL Class B

EHAP/First-Aid/CPR certification

Job description

BrightView Landscapes in Fresno, CA is seeking a Crew Leader Tree Care to oversee daily tree care operations, lead the crew, and ensure safe, high-quality pruning, cabling, bracing, and removals.

This role requires 3 years in tree care, a CDL Class B, EHAP/First-Aid/CPR certification, and strong safety and communication skills; you will coordinate with management and customers and help uphold BrightView standards.