Climbing Arborist Crew Leader

Job overview

The Climbing Arborist Crew Leader role is onsite in Chantilly, VA, with pay of $26–$42 per hour depending on experience. The posting offers a $2,000 sign-on bonus for qualified applicants, paid in increments. Davey provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance, and environmental consulting, with a focus on safety and client service. The crew leader climbs trees and safely leads a crew providing arboricultural care. The role includes tree pruning and removal, installation of support and lightning protection systems, hazard planning, equipment operation, and mentoring crew members through the Davey Career Development Program.

What you'll do

• Climb trees using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS systems
• safely and productively lead a crew providing arboricultural care
• use the H.O.P.E. jobsite process
• prune, thin, and remove deadwood
• install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems
• remove hazardous trees
• mentor crew members through the Davey Career Development Program
• maintain, prepare, and operate tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

climbing arborist crew leader

arboriculture

tree climbing

tree pruning

hazardous tree removal

crew leadership

chainsaws

chantilly va

davey tree

$26–$42/hr

$2,000 sign-on bonus

travel up to 25%

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
• discounted stock purchase options
• employee referral bonus
• career development program
• scholarship program for employees’ children
• charitable matching gift program.

Why this role

$2,000 sign-on bonus for qualified applicants; outdoor work; travel expectations up to 25%; climbing systems include DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS.

About the employer

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