Tree Crew Leader

Tree Crew LeaderEarn between $70K and $90K per year, with the opportunity for quarterly bonuses!Arbor Masters is committed to nurturing a culturally inclusive environment that hires, trains, and promotes regardless of race, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, political beliefs, veteran status, or any other protected class. We will always cultivate an environment that celebrates differences in our teams at all Arbor Masters branches. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive workforce results in better decision-making, faster and more innovative problem solving, and creates a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.Why work at Arbor Masters?Arbor Masters is a third-generation, family-owned business, specializing in all areas of tree service and plant care. We love our industry, our work family, and making sure our customers are satisfied by approaching our work with high-level standards for safety and excellence. We are putting down new roots and expanding the family business. We are currently looking to add a Secondary Climbing Arborist to our team of experts. As a Secondary Climbing Arborist, you will participate in all aspects of tree work, including tree pruning and removals.Your future at Arbor Masters:When you join the Arbor Masters team, you are joining our work family. We want to see our work family continually grow and succeed. This is not just a job; it is a career path! We will equip you with all the experience and training necessary to grow and advance in the company. The opportunity is all yours and what you want to make of it!As a Climbing Arborist, you would be responsible for:Operating heavy equipment, hand, and power equipment, such as bucket trucks, brush trucks, claw trucks, chippers, pole saws, pruning saws, pole pruners, power pole saws, and chainsaws.Repairing, sharpening, and maintaining equipment and toolsPerforming basic felling and rigging, along with aerial rigging over obstaclesLeading a 2-person pruning crew while completing pruning & removal projectsEnsuring all appropriate tools, supplies, and materials are loaded on truck, well maintained and accounted for, along with ensuring equipment is inspected and prepared with fuel and fluidsPerforming job briefing and assisting Crew Leader in work zone set-up and utilizing safety PPECompleting tree risk assessment and job site assessment, along with communicating with homeowners about services Arbor Masters offers, and performing pre- and post-job walk-throughsCommunicating verbally and visually with all members of the crewAssisting in debris cleanup at job completionAs an Arborist Crew Leader, you would be responsible for:Motivating and guiding team in a positive manner and ensuring daily production goals are metOperating equipment including but not limited to hand saws, pole pruners, pole saws, pruning saws, chain saws, stump grinders, bucket trucks, claw trucks, chippers and aerial liftsMaintaining and repairing small tools and equipment such as blowers, chainsaws and chippersEnsuring all appropriate tools, supplies, and materials are loaded on truck, well maintained and accounted for, along with ensuring equipment is inspected, cleaned and prepared with fuel and fluidsReviewing work to be performed with customers, completing paperwork, conducting post-job customer walkthroughs, and collecting payments upon completion of workConducting job briefings and assigning tasks to crew members, along with work zone set-upCommunicating and reinforcing industry safety standards and company policies while utilizing safety PPESupervising tree crew while performing tree pruning and removals and assisting in debris cleanupPerforming supplemental support (cabling and bracing) techniquesCompleting OSHA and AMTL accident reports and incident reports when necessaryRequirements:Must be a team player with a positive attitude, able to advise, train and motivate team membersMust have a valid driver’s license and possess a class C driver’s licenseCDL class A or class B License with airbrake endorsement is preferred, but not requiredMust be at least 18 years oldMinimum of 3-5 years climbing experience and/or 5 years documented foreman experienceAdvanced knowledge of proper tree pruning and removal techniques, along with skilled cabling and bracing techniques, and knowledge of various knots used in roping and technical riggingExperience with technical rigging for use in trimming and large removalsAbility to complete labor-intensive outdoor work with exposure to a variety of weather conditionsAbility to navigate uneven terrain, stand, walk, bend, crouch, reach, and lift in excess of 50lbs on a regular basis, along with the ability to work effectively at heights above 10 feetExperience operating bucket or claw trucks preferredIn addition to offering compensation in the top 25% of the market, our employee benefits package includes:BenefitsMedical Plan effective 60 days following start dateDental PlanFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Retirement Plan: 401(k) (50% Company Match up to 4%/2%)Short Term DisabilityLong Term Disability (100% Company Paid)$25k AD&D Insurance (100% Company Paid)Employee Assistance Program (100% Company Paid)Six (6) Paid HolidaysPaid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement)Professional certification and registration renewalsProfessional development trainingOur core purpose is to love people and pursue excellence in the tree care industry. If this resonates with you, please apply here! #J-18808-Ljbffr