Arbor Crew Lead

Job Description:

Crew Leader – Winkler Tree & Lawn Care/ Greenwise

Pay: $35–$40 per hour

Comprehensive benefit package including health insurance, 401k match up to 4%, Two weeks’ time off after 12 months of service

Grow Your Career With a Company That Grows People

At Winkler Tree & Lawn Care, we’re not just maintaining landscapes — we’re helping families love where they live. As a trusted residential tree and lawn care provider, we believe every team member plays a meaningful role in shaping our customers’ outdoor spaces. When you join Winkler, you’re stepping into a company that invests in your growth, values your expertise, and treats you like family.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Work outdoors every day, improving the beauty and safety of residential properties.
• Advance your career — we prioritize training, certifications, and internal promotions.
• Join a team that values safety, communication, and teamwork.
• Enjoy a supportive environment where your ideas and experience matter.
• Competitive pay with opportunities to grow your earnings as your skills advance.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do as a Crew Leader

As a Crew Leader at Winkler Tree & Lawn Care, you will guide and support a crew performing residential, municipal, and commercial tree trimming, removals, pruning, and lawn care services. You’ll ensure safe, high‑quality work while delivering exceptional customer experience.

Leadership & Crew Management

• Lead daily operations for your assigned crew, ensuring safe, efficient, and professional work practices.
• Train, coach, and mentor crew members, including new hires, lead from the from the front mentality.
• Assign tasks based on skill level, job requirements, and safety considerations.
• Monitor performance and provide feedback to support growth and accountability.
• Maintain accurate crew information and communicate availability or safety concerns to management.

Safety & Compliance

• Conduct daily job briefings, safety checks, and on‑site training.
• Enforce company safety standards and immediately report unsafe conditions or incidents.
• Identify jobsite hazards and implement appropriate safeguards.
• Make informed decisions regarding work delays due to weather or safety risks.

Field Operations

• Perform and direct residential, municipal, and commercial tree trimming, pruning, and removals using climbing or aerial lift techniques.
• Show proficiency in operating mini skids, bucket trucks, chippers, stump grinders, and have experience in crane assisted removals.
• Maintain clean, organized vehicles, tools, and job sites.
• Interpret work orders and ensure all tasks meet Winkler’s quality standards.

Customer Interaction

• Communicate clearly and professionally with homeowners about work being performed.
• Address questions, concerns, and access needs with courtesy and confidence.
• Represent Winkler with professionalism and respect in every customer interaction.

Administrative & Reporting

• Document completed work, incidents, equipment issues, and crew performance.
• Assist with incident investigations and damage claims when needed.
• Monitor resource use to support cost‑effective operations.

Emergency Response

• Respond to storm‑related or urgent residential tree hazards when required.
• Use sound judgment to protect people and property in high‑pressure situations.

Qualifications

What You Bring

• Minimum 3 years of experience in tree care, arboriculture, or related outdoor services.
• Skilled in tree climbing, rigging, and aerial lift operation.
• Ability to identify common tree species, pests, diseases, and hazardous conditions.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred but not required.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Commitment to safety, professionalism, and high‑quality workmanship.

Physical Demands

Ability to:

• Lift 50 lbs. to shoulder height or higher.
• Push or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Walk, stand, or climb for extended periods on uneven terrain.
• Work in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, humidity, rain).
• Operate two‑handed tools and equipment safely.
• Perform tree ascent and descent using ropes and saddles.

E‑Verify Participation

Winkler Tree & Lawn Care participates in E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility. All new hires must complete the E‑Verify process as a condition of employment.

Ready to Grow With Us?

If you’re passionate about leading teams, working outdoors, and making a visible impact in your community, we’d love to meet you. Winkler Tree & Lawn Care is growing fast, and this is your chance to join a company that truly values your skills and invests in your future. Apply today and take the next step in a career you can be proud of.

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) 4% Match
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35 - $40