Arborist Climber / Crew Leader

Job summary

The Arborist Crew Leader is responsible for safely performing and supervising all aspects of arboriculture, including pruning, rigging, and removals. They also manage the crew, maintain equipment, and build positive relationships with clients.

Job details

Summary Are you an experienced Arborist looking to take your career to the next level? As an Arborist Crew Leader, you will be an integral member of the team, serving as the leader of a tree care crew with the primary responsibility of performing all tree care services safely and efficiently. This is a unique opportunity to share your passion for tree care by enhancing the skills, performance, and productivity of other team members within your office. Benefits We offer competitive compensation, as well as: A safety-first culture and professional workplace Advancement opportunities - we promote from within Life, LTD, ADD, medical and dental RPP Plan, Healthcare spending account, and paid vacation and holidays Industry credential/license pay increases Company-paid uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment Boot reimbursement up to $200 Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories To find out more about what life is like at Bartlett, check us out on Instagram @LifeatBartlett. Responsibilities As an Arborist Crew Leader, you will play an important role in: Safely performing and supervising all aspects of arboriculture, including: Pruning Cabling and bracing Rigging Removals Properly maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts) Bringing a cooperative and enthusiastic attitude to the job site Supervising and managing crews while performing tree care services, as directed by the Arborist Representative and Local Manager Ensuring that each crew member is trained appropriately for each designated job assignment Ensuring that all tree care work is performed in accordance with industry and company standards Communicating, answering questions, and building relationships with clients Qualifications A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors At least three (3) years of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift experience in the tree care industry Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record (Class B CDL preferred) Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions Proven initiative, positive attitude, team-oriented, and self-motivated The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Location : Name Erin Location : State/Province ON Category Production Arborist Latest Post Date: Canada Careers 8/21/2026 Type Regular Full-Time

What you’ll do

The Arborist Crew Leader is responsible for safely performing and supervising all aspects of arboriculture, including pruning, rigging, and removals. They also manage the crew, maintain equipment, and build positive relationships with clients.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least three years of tree climbing and aerial lift experience in the tree care industry. A valid driver's license and a clean motor vehicle record are required, with a preference for a Class B CDL.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation • Safety-first culture • Professional workplace • Advancement opportunities • Life insurance • Long-term disability insurance • Accidental death and dismemberment insurance • Medical insurance • Dental insurance • RPP plan • Healthcare spending account • Paid vacation • Paid holidays • Industry credential pay increases • Company-paid uniforms • Personal protective equipment • Boot reimbursement • Training programs • Continuing education

Listed skills

• Production · Preferred
• enthusiastic · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Training · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• responsibility · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• positive · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Arboriculture
• Tree climbing
• Aerial lift operation
• Pruning
• Cabling
• Bracing
• Rigging
• Tree removal
• Equipment maintenance
• Crew leadership
• Team supervision
• Client communication
• Safety compliance
• DdRT climbing
• SRT climbing
• Hand Tools
• Chainsaws
• CDL Class B License
• Positivity
• Valid Driver's License
• Self-Motivation
• Aerial Lifts
• Communication
• Team Oriented
• Enthusiasm

Job areas

• Trades
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Management & Leadership
• Construction
• Arborist Crew Leader
• Arborist
• Gardeners, Horticultural and Nursery Growers
• Tree Trimmers and Pruners