Climbers/Crew Leaders – Gaithersburg, MD
This Climber/Crew Leader position preferably is a lead climber responsible for leading, supervising, and delivering exceptional production results on every job through proficient tree care industry knowledge. Supervises and manages tree care crews while performing all aspects of tree care services. Understanding and knowledge of how all tree care equipment is used to carry out work in a safe, efficient and effective manner (e.g., pole pruners, hand saws, saddles, ropes, carabineers, chain saws, lift trucks, chippers, and stump grinders). Effectively delegate tasks on work orders from Arborists to be carried out appropriately on job sites. Leads participation in and conducts all job site safety briefings with crew members. Ensures that all tree care work is performed in accordance with industry and company safety standards. Performs administrative functions pertaining to crew management inclusive of final production time sheets, multiple arborist’s instructions, and safety checklists. Has common general understanding of financial aspects of each job assignment. Ensures equipment is properly inspected and working properly at all times including before, during and after each day’s work. Responsible for ensuring all equipment is returned to the truck after every job is complete.
Requirements:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must have or obtain valid CDL license
- Knowledge of tree and shrub identification
- Must be able to lead by example, supervise, and give directions effectively to all team members
- Follow, instruct crew, and abide by all safety rules and policies of The Care of Trees
- Must attend and comply with all safety meetings and company certification classes
- Able to resolve issues between crew employees effectively and diplomatically
- Must be able to deliver excellent client service to property owners at any time
- Effectively coach, motivate, and train other employees
- Firm commitment to team and company
- Ability to keep team on daily production tasks and goals
- Able to find the best in every teammate and aid others in reaching their potential
Contact Information:
The Care of Trees
Attn: Todd Nedorostek
406 Swedeland Road
King of Prussia, PA 19406
Phone Toll-free: (866) 459-7356
Fax: (610) 239-7576
Email: midatlanticrecruiting@thecareoftrees.com