Climbing Arborist Crew Leader

Job overview

The Climbing Arborist Crew Leader role is onsite in Mokena, IL, with travel expectations of up to 25%. Starting pay is $30 per hour. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides tree services, grounds maintenance, and environmental consulting, and this role leads crews delivering arboricultural care. The crew leader directs crew members and equipment while planning and carrying out assigned tree-care work. Through safe climbing, tree maintenance, hazard management, and crew mentoring, the role supports client service and the development of team members.

What you'll do

• Direct crew members and equipment
• plan and execute assigned work
• climb trees using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS systems
• lead safe arboricultural care
• prune, thin, and remove deadwood
• install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems
• remove hazardous trees
• mentor crew members
• maintain and operate tools and equipment.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

climbing arborist crew leader

mokena il

davey tree

arboricultural care

tree climbing

tree pruning

hazardous tree removal

crew leadership

career development program

$30/hour

up to 25% travel

paid time off

401(k) match

safety gear provided

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off and holidays
• job-specific equipment and safety gear
• 401(k) with company match
• group health plan
• employee referral bonus
• discounted stock purchase options
• career development and scholarship programs.

Why this role

Starting pay is $30 per hour. The posting says pesticide-related licenses and ISA or TCIA certifications are preferred; a Class B CDL or greater is a plus but not required.

About the employer

The Davey Tree Expert Company is hiring for this role. Industry: Landscaping Services. Sector: 56.