Crew Leader

Wright Tree Service

. Provide support and coaching to the crew to achieve production goals .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeSt. Paul • Minnesota • United StatesSenior💰 $35 - $36 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in tree trimming, herbicide application, and safety compliance, with strong leadership and communication skills to effectively manage crew operations and customer relations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Tree Trimming ExperienceHerbicide Application CertificationKnowledge Of OSHA StandardsLeadership SkillsAbility To Read Circuit Maps

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Hard Skills

Tree IdentificationArboricultural TechniquesElectrical Circuit KnowledgeSafety Hazard IdentificationEquipment OperationPPE CompliancePhysical Labor CapabilityEmergency Response CoordinationProduction Record MaintenanceTree And Bucket Rescue Training

Soft Skills

LeadershipMultitaskingCommunicationStress ManagementTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Climbing EquipmentGround ToolsVehiclesTraffic Control DevicesInsulated Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

First-Aid CertificationCPR CertificationHerbicide Application CertificationCommercial Driver's LicenseDOT Medical Card

Industry Keywords

ANSI Z133.1ANSI A300OSHA RegulationsElectric Power GenerationTransmission StandardsDistribution StandardsHazardous EquipmentRugged Terrain WorkStorm WorkCall-Out Work

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide support and coaching to the crew to achieve production goals
Identify safety hazards, ensure compliance, allocate tasks, and prioritize job-site work under the General Foreperson
Coach employees on company policies, procedures, safety practices, approved work methods, and OSHA regulations
Assist with safety training, pre-job briefings, crew assignments, and coaching
Apply herbicides to stumps and brush and maintain application records
Obtain property-owner permission for tree trimming, removal, and herbicide application
Communicate with customers and property owners about access, interruptions, and required work
Work around hazardous equipment and energized power lines
Trim, remove, and fell trees using climbing equipment and ground tools
Conduct pre-inspections to identify work-area hazards
Load vehicles and equipment with limbs and logs
Repair minor property damage and escalate issues to the General Foreperson
Maintain customer and public relations through effective work and appropriate crew conduct
Maintain production records, timesheets, work orders, crew assignments, manhours, and cost controls
Interpret utility maps, work orders, drawings, and symbols for power lines, voltages, and line equipment
Set up warning signs, barriers, flags, hand signals, traffic control devices, and direct traffic
Stage and clean up tools and equipment and maintain an orderly work area
Inspect vehicles and equipment and perform routine maintenance
Coordinate crew response during emergencies and natural disasters, including travel outside the regular work location
Drive and operate assigned vehicles and equipment
Maintain regular and punctual attendance and comply with applicable laws and company policies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 3 years’ experience working on tree trimming or clearing crews, or successful completion of applicable skills assessments
High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required
Must have valid First-Aid and CPR cards or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s or commercial driver’s license and DOT medical card, as applicable
Herbicide application certification or equivalent, as required by Wright Tree Service and applicable law
Excellent leadership skills and ability to handle stressful situations and multitask
Knowledge of trees, tree identification, growth habits, arboricultural techniques, and work near energized conductors
Knowledge of ANSI Z133.1 and ANSI A300 standards
Knowledge of electrical circuits and ability to read and understand circuit maps
Knowledge of OSHA electric power generation, transmission, and distribution standards, including 29 CFR 1910.269
Ability to determine nominal voltage and use insulated tools near energized parts
Ability to recognize poisonous plants and use required safeguards
Ability to wear required PPE
Ability to work long hours, overtime, holidays, weekends, storm work, and call-out work
Knowledge and training to perform tree and bucket rescue
Ability to operate and service required tools and equipment
Ability to work independently and in a group
Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English
Ability to meet physical requirements, including lifting up to 100 pounds occasionally and working on rugged terrain
Ability to travel extensively, greater than 50%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Union benefits and pay offered
Plenty of growth opportunities
On the job training
Potential overtime
Weekly pay
First-Aid and CPR cards or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
Extensive travel and emergency response opportunities