What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tree Care Supervisor - Certified Arborist position at Schilling Horticulture Group, Inc.?
Tree Care Supervisor
Schilling Horticulture Group is seeking an experienced and motivated Tree Care Supervisor to join our team. This leadership position is for someone who takes pride in quality tree care, has strong arboricultural knowledge, and can confidently lead a crew while providing exceptional service to our clients.
What We’re Looking For:
We are looking for someone who takes ownership of their work and understands that excellent tree care requires more than simply cutting branches. The ideal candidate understands proper pruning techniques, respects the biology of trees, prioritizes safety, and can teach others while maintaining a high standard of craftsmanship.
Our Tree Care Supervisor should be comfortable communicating with both clients and employees and should take pride in representing Schilling Horticulture Group professionally in the field.
Position Responsibilities
- Supervise an arboriculture crew in the safe and efficient completion of tree-care projects.
- Perform and oversee structural pruning, removals, reductions, planting, and other arboricultural services.
- Provide tree pruning and tree-care estimates by assessing tree health, site conditions, scope of work, labor, equipment, and materials required.
- Safely operate and work around chainsaws, chippers, rigging equipment, and other tree-care equipment.
- Follow and assure proper arboricultural practices and safety standards on every job.
- Communicate clearly with clients and team members regarding tree-care recommendations, project scope, and job-site conditions.
- Train and mentor crew members in proper pruning techniques, equipment operation, safety, and job-site procedures.
- Ensure crews maintain clean, organized, and safe job sites.
- Inspect equipment and report maintenance or safety concerns.
- Maintain accurate communication with tree crew regarding project progress, materials, equipment, and scheduling.
- Represent Schilling Horticulture Group professionally and provide excellent customer service.
Qualifications
- ISA Certified Arborist
- Demonstrated ability to lead and direct a crew.
- Valid driver’s license required with a clean driving record.
- Bilingual English/Spanish a plus
- Experience operating chippers, stump grinders, and other professional tree-care equipment.
- Strong knowledge of proper pruning techniques and arboricultural practices.
- Reliable, responsible, and committed to quality workmanship.
- CDL preferred, but not required.
Pay: $24.00 - $29.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) 3% Match
- Paid time off
License/Certification:
- ISA Arborist Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $29