Tree Crew Foreman / Lead Climber
Full-time
Urban Tree Management
Urban Tree Management is seeking an experienced Tree Crew Foreman / Lead Climber to join our team, serving high-end residential properties and woodland management projects. As a leader in premium tree care, we pride ourselves on professionalism, safety, and exceptional workmanship. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who excels in both technical climbing and crew leadership, and who values working in a supportive, safety-focused environment with opportunities for growth and advancement.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise tree crews on residential estates and woodland sites, ensuring efficient and safe operations
- Perform advanced climbing, pruning, tree removals, and technical rigging
- Direct ground operations with clear, professional communication
- Plan and organize job sites, conduct tailgate safety meetings, and identify site hazards
- Ensure compliance with ANSI Z133 and company safety standards
- Maintain high standards of workmanship, site care, and client-facing professionalism
- Mentor and train crew members, fostering a culture of safety and high performance
Qualifications
- 5+ years of professional tree care experience
- Fluency in both English and Spanish
- Extensive experience as a production climber, including complex removals
- Proven experience in crew leadership or as a foreman
- Strong skills in job planning, rigging, and safety judgment
- Valid driver’s license (CDL is a plus)
- Physically capable of demanding, technical fieldwork
- ISA Certified Arborist (preferred)
- CTSP or formal safety training (preferred)
- Experience with cranes, lifts, and advanced rigging (preferred)
- Background in woodland or large-property tree management (preferred)
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Safety equipment provided
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