Tree Care Crew Leader

We are looking for a motivated landscaping Tree Care Crew Leader to lead a team in providing quality tree care services for high end commercial properties.

This is a great opportunity for someone with landscaping experience who enjoys working outdoors, leading a crew, and learning specialized tree care skills.

In this role, you'll lead by example, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

You'll perform a variety of tree care tasks, including pruning, planting, and general tree maintenance, while operating equipment and working as part of a team.

Training is provided on our tree care methods and equipment.

During the winter months, this position transitions into snow removal operations.

• Competitive base pay: $25 – $30+/hr., based on experience
• Snow pay
• Compensation incentives

• 401(k) plan with company match
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• 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
• No previous tree climbing or arborist experience is required - we're looking for strong leaders with landscaping experience who are eager to learn.
• 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 tree laborer 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
• 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
• 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)