Tree Care Crew Leader

Tree Care Crew Leader

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Tree Care Crew Leader to lead a team in delivering high-quality tree care services. Ideal candidates will bring strong leadership skills along with hands-on knowledge of tree pruning, removals, installation, and plant health care. In this role, you will lead by example in the field, ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently. You will use arborist equipment to improve the appearance, health, and overall value of the trees on our clients' properties. This position transitions into snow removal operations during the winter months.

Team Member Benefits

• Competitive base pay: $22 – $30+/hr., based on experience
• Snow pay
• Compensation incentives
• Health, Vision, & Dental Benefits
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral bonus
• Performance reviews
• Annual boot reimbursement
• Annual rain gear reimbursement
• Company events
• Awards and recognition from peers and leaders
• Ongoing training and development
• Career advancement opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a tree care crew to complete daily work safely and efficiently
• Ensure all work meets company quality standards and client expectations
• Perform and oversee tree pruning, removals, planting, and basic plant health care services
• Operate and direct the safe use of equipment including chainsaws, pole saws, chippers, stump grinders, skid steers, and related tools
• Communicate clearly with team members, supervisors, and clients as needed
• Train and develop crew members on proper techniques and safety practices
• Maintain organization of tools, equipment, and job sites
• Transition to snow removal operations during winter months

Requirements

• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to company safety policies
• Proven leadership ability with experience managing or guiding a team
• Working knowledge of tree care practices and equipment
• Ability to follow and enforce ANSI A300 standards and ISA Best Practices
• Professional tree care experience preferred; we will train candidates with strong leadership backgrounds in related trades
• Valid U.S. Driver's License required; ability to obtain a Michigan Chauffeur's License within 14 days (CDL preferred – training available)
• Ability to prepare, operate, and perform basic maintenance on tools and equipment
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Ability to receive and apply performance feedback
• Smartphone required
• Ability to read and follow maps (digital or printed)

DJ's Landscape Management is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, new Team Members are required to pass a pre-employment drug test and participate in random drug tests during their active employment. DJ's Landscape Management is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin. This employer participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.