Tree Climber Crew Lead — Safety & Leadership

SavATree; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Plan

Equipment Account

Paid time off

Training opportunities

Leadership development

Job summary

SavATree in Hillsboro, OR is seeking a Crew Lead Tree Climber to join our General Tree Care Team. You will perform pruning, removals, cabling, and lead a crew on challenging outdoor jobs.

You must climb safely, operate chainsaws and bucket trucks, follow ANSI standards, and maintain strong communication with clients. We offer competitive pay, health and dental insurance, paid time off, and training opportunities to help you grow as a climbing professional.

Qualifications

• Valid U.S. driver’s license.
• 2
• Authorization to work legally in the U.S.
• 3
• Passion for working outdoors and environmental stewardship.
• 4
• Experience with pruning large trees.
• 5
• Ability to operate climbing gear and safety equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality tree care services, including pruning, removals, and cabling for trees and shrubs.
• Climb trees safely using proper techniques, ropes, saddle, and ladders.
• Operate chainsaws, aerial lifts (bucket trucks), and other tree care equipment effectively.
• Apply ANSI A300 Pruning Standards and ANSI Z safety practices in all tasks.
• Maintain strong communication with team members and clients, ensuring excellent service and safety at all times.

Skills

Pruning techniques

Tree climbing

Chainsaw operation

Aerial lift operation

Safety practices

Tools

Chainsaws

Aerial lifts

Job description

SavATree in Hillsboro, OR is seeking a Crew Lead Tree Climber to join our General Tree Care Team. You will perform pruning, removals, cabling, and lead a crew on challenging outdoor jobs.

You must climb safely, operate chainsaws and bucket trucks, follow ANSI standards, and maintain strong communication with clients. We offer competitive pay, health and dental insurance, paid time off, and training opportunities to help you grow as a climbing professional.