Climbing Arborist Crew Leader

Job overview

Climbing Arborist Crew Leader is an onsite role in Sterling, VA. Pay is $26–$42 per hour, with a $2,000 sign-on bonus for qualified applicants paid in installments. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides tree services, grounds maintenance, and environmental consulting. The role performs and supports safe tree pruning and removal work for clients, coordinating with ground crew and foremen. It contributes to tree health and safety by handling canopy work, hazardous tree removal, and upkeep of tools and equipment.

What you'll do

• Climb trees using DdRT/MRS or SRT/SRS systems
• work as an active crew member with ground crew and foreman
• perform pruning and removal services
• prune, thin, and remove deadwood
• install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems
• remove hazardous trees
• maintain and operate chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts, and other equipment.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

climbing arborist

crew leader

tree pruning

tree removal

tree climbing

hazardous tree removal

sterling va

davey tree

$26–$42/hr

$2,000 sign-on bonus

travel up to 25%

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Eligible employees may receive paid time off and holidays, job-specific equipment and safety gear, group health plan, referral bonuses, and career development opportunities.

Why this role

$2,000 sign-on bonus for qualified applicants, paid in monthly increments. Benefits for eligible employees include paid time off and holidays, job-specific equipment and safety gear, group health plan, referral bonus program, and career development and advancement opportunities. Travel expectations are up to 25%.

About the employer

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