Tree Service Foreman (min 2 years exp required)

Diamond Landscaping; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 45,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation pay

Sick leave

Holiday pay

Dental insurance

Health insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Job summary

Diamond Landscaping is seeking a Tree Service Foreman in Los Angeles, CA to lead a tree crew for high-quality tree service jobs. Responsibilities include advanced climbing, equipment operation, and ensuring safety standards are met.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of climbing experience, strong rigging and chainsaw skills, and proven leadership abilities. Competitive pay and benefits are provided, including health insurance and 401(k).

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional climbing experience (DRT/SRT).
• Strong rigging and chainsaw skills, both in-tree and on ground.
• Experience as a foreman or crew leader preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a tree crew on all job sites.
• Perform advanced climbing work for pruning, removals, and aerial rigging.
• Train and mentor climbers and ground crew.

Skills

Professional climbing experience (DRT/SRT)

Rigging and chainsaw skills

Team leadership skills

Tools

Chainsaws

Pole saws

Aerial lifts

Stump grinders

Job description

For 30 years, Diamond Landscaping has been the leader in luxury residential landscaping for high-net-worth clients, including A-list celebrities and media/entertainment executives, in the Los Angeles area. With a focus on custom installation, meticulous craftsmanship, and long-term maintenance, we create dream landscapes and build lifelong relationships.

We are currently seeking a Tree Service Foreman to lead field operations. We are dedicated to providing a high-quality, safe, and efficient work for both residential and commercial clients. This position requires strong leadership skills and advanced climbing ability.

Pay will depend on experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a tree crew on all job sites, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality.
• Perform advanced climbing work (DRT/SRT) for pruning, removals, and aerial rigging.
• Operate and oversee use of chainsaws, pole saws, rigging systems, aerial lifts, and other industry equipment.
• Direct ground operations including brush dragging/chipping, rope handling, chainsaw work on the ground, stump grinding setup, and traffic control.
• Conduct job-site safety briefings and hazard assessments before work begins.
• Enforce proper use of PPE and compliance with ANSI/OSHA safety standards.
• Ensure equipment is maintained, inspected, and reported if in need of repair.
• Train and mentor climbers, ground crew, and new hires.
• Communicate clearly with customers on site regarding scope and progress.
• Coordinate with management on scheduling, materials, and equipment needs.
• Complete daily paperwork and job reports accurately.
• Delegate tasks effectively and motivate team members.
• Act as the point of accountability for crew safety, work quality, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional climbing experience (DRT/SRT).
• Strong rigging and chainsaw skills, in-tree and on ground.
• Experience as a foreman or crew leader preferred.
• Knowledge of proper pruning standards and safe removals.
• Ability to run chippers, stump grinders, and aerial lifts.
• Valid driver’s license (CDL preferred).

Salary & Benefits

$28 - $33 an hour

• Vacation pay, sick leave, holiday pay
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Life insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer.

Diamond is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.