Arborist Crew Leader

Werbrich's Landscaping; Cleves (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K – Company Matching

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Vision Plan

Short and Long Term Disability

Job summary

A landscaping service provider in Ohio is seeking an experienced Arborist to join their team as they expand their Arborist Division. The role involves driving large trucks, safely climbing trees, operating aerial lifts, and using tree care equipment. Ideal candidates will have ISA Certification and extensive experience in tree care. The company offers excellent pay with benefits including 401K matching, paid vacation, and life insurance. Join a reputable team with a long history in the landscaping industry and significant growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Vast experience in tree care and related industry.
• Knowledge of tree care equipment like wood chippers.
• Mechanically inclined.

Responsibilities

• Help build the Arborist Division and lead a team.
• Ensure safe operations during tree climbing and removal.
• Maintain all tools and equipment used in tree care.
• Rigging, knots, tree removal, stump grinding, and chainsaw use.
• Operate various tree care equipment with safety and care.

Skills

Experience driving large trucks and trailers

Safely climb trees and operate aerial lifts

Proficient in pruning techniques for large shade trees and ornamentals

Experience in rigging, knots, tree removal, stump grinding

Chainsaw operation

Wood chipper use

Aerial lift operation

Safety conscious

Mechanically inclined

Education

ISA Certified Arborist

Class A CDL

Tools

Wood chipper operation

Aerial lift operation

Truck and trailer operation

Job description

This is an excellent opportunity to get in on the ground floor of a new division at Werbrich’s. We pride ourselves on being able to offer a wide variety of “in house” (no subs) services to our residential customer base. Our 15+ crews and 3 locations currently offer landscaping, swimming pools, hardscapes, advanced carpentry, lighting, maintenance and more. Due to overwhelming demand by our customers we started an Arborist Division in 2024. This is our fastest growing division, we are looking for great people to help build this division!

• Experience driving large trucks and trailers
• Safely climb trees and operate aerial lifts.
• Proficient in proper pruning techniques for large shade trees and ornamentals.
• Experience in proper rigging, knots, tree removal, stump grinding, wood chipperoperation, chainsaw operation and running various other tree care equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• ISA Certified Arborist
• Class A CDL
• Mechanically inclined

The ideal candidate would have vast experience in the industry including knowledge of all the items listed above. This position is well suited for a:

• Tree Climber,
• Arborist
• Foreman
• Tree Crew Leader

We offer excellent pay and a full benefits package including:

• 401K – Company Matching
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Vision Plan
• Short and Long Term Disability

Experience the Difference

Join an award winning, fast-growing, locally owned landscape and outdoor services company in business for over 25 years. We are expanding in 2026 and looking for new team members to help us grow. Speak with our existing staff and find out why the average Werbrich’s team member has been with the company for over 9 years.

Werbrich’s has two locations:

• West Side: 7368 Buena Vista Drive, Cleves OH 45002
• East Side: 385 Bridge Street, Loveland OH 45140

In addition to the listed compensation, Werbrich’s has a bonus program based on bid vs actual job hours. A high performer can increase their pay significantly.