Tree Crew Leader

About the Job

Earn $60,000-$80,000 per year or more with overtime opportunities. Company Information / Benefits: 30 Years within the Tree Care Industry. Health/Dental/Disability Package Available. Paid Holidays and Vacation Pay. Retirement Plan. Paid Educational Outings. Leader/Foreman/Climber Responsible Duties: Love of the Outdoors as your office with impressive views, year round.

Ideal candidate will possess high intelligence with strong organizational and communication skills to lead your team; creating a positive experience for all. Ability to remove and trim trees with a compact track aerial lift, bucket truck, climbing, and cranes. Direct and train climbers and groundsmen – communicating for a safe work environment.

Ability to enforce and follow ANSI, TCIA, and OSHA standards. Operate a variety of different equipment (compact track aerial lifts, mini loaders, grinders, chippers, log trucks, winch, etc.) Work is in all types of weather/seasons, this position is year-round – hot and cold, and able to lift approximately 50lbs. Properly maintain equipment and tools by conducting routine inspections and preventative maintenance.

Understand how to properly remove and identify dead/excess branches from trees. Operate loaders, stump grinders, brush chippers, power/hand saws, and trucks. Climb trees using hooks, belts, ropes, and ladders to gain access to work areas. Supervise others engaged in tree trimming and removing – the ability to teach team members.

Education/Experience Requirements: Arborist Certification a plus or willingness to obtain. CDL Class A required. MINIMUM 3-5 Years’ Experience in Climbing Trees. Pesticide Applicator License (Plant Health Care) a plus but not required. Reliable transportation for the daily commute. Please include two business references when submitting your resume for consideration.