Tree Climber / Crew Leader – Full-Time
Location: Hilliard, OH
Pay Range: $32.00 – $38.00 per hour (based on experience and skills)
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 40+ hours per week
Sign-on bonus offered
Are you a skilled tree climber ready to lead a professional crew with a focus on quality, safety, and growth? A well-established, industry-leading tree care company in Central Ohio is seeking a Tree Climber / Crew Leader to join its team in Hilliard. This is a full-time position with excellent benefits, training opportunities, and a collaborative, supportive work culture.
Our company is nationally accredited and a member of leading arboriculture associations. We take pride in delivering scientifically based, environmentally responsible tree care services. Our team is guided by values of quality, reliability, safety, ethics, and education—with a strong emphasis on family culture and long-term career development.
Position Overview:
As a Crew Leader, you will be responsible for overseeing a team of arborists and ground crew members. Your role is hands-on, combining expert climbing and pruning with leadership, safety oversight, and daily team management. You'll set the tone for professionalism and performance while ensuring the highest quality standards are met on every job site.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage day-to-day operations of your assigned crew
Assign tasks and communicate clear daily objectives to team members
Ensure productivity, efficiency, and job completion timelines are met
Monitor quality standards and ensure safety compliance at every job site
Train team members in best practices, equipment use, and safety protocols
Communicate regularly with managers and sales arborists on project status and challenges
Maintain all assigned equipment, gear, and vehicles in working order
Complete all required paperwork and job documentation accurately
Represent the company professionally with clients and team members alike
Qualifications:
Minimum 1 year of experience leading a tree care or landscaping crew
3–5 years of experience in the arboriculture industry
Strong climbing and rigging skills, including aerial lift operation
Valid driver’s license (CDL a plus)
Working knowledge of tree biology, pruning standards, and plant health care
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to mentor and train junior crew members
ISA Certified Arborist or willingness to become certified within 6 months of hire
What We Offer:
Competitive hourly pay: $28 – $38/hour (based on experience and skills)
Sign-on bonus
Full relocation assistance package (all expenses paid)
Year-round, full-time work (40+ hours/week)
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation and holidays
On-the-job training and continued education support
Opportunities for advancement within a growing company
Work Environment:
Outdoor, hands-on work environment
Physical role involving climbing, rigging, lifting, and equipment handling
Team-oriented culture focused on professionalism, safety, and learning
If you’re an experienced tree climber with leadership skills and a passion for quality tree care, we want to hear from you. Join a company where your expertise will be valued, your growth supported, and your work appreciated.
Apply today to take the next step in your arboriculture career.