Lead Climber
Confidential
Posted: February 19, 2026
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Quick Summary
This role involves leading a crew for a working crew lead position on site, responsible for safety, job flow, and quality from start to finish.
Required Skills
Job Description
The Role
This is a working crew lead position. You will run the job on site while performing A level climbing and rigging. You are responsible for crew safety, job flow, and quality from start to finish.
What You’ll Do:
Lead the crew and run daily job setup
Perform advanced tree climbing, pruning, and removals
Handle complex rigging and technical removals
Operate chainsaws, chippers, bucket trucks, and heavy equipment
Drive company trucks, CDL required vehicles included
Watch for hazards and keep the crew working safe
Communicate clearly with ground crew throughout the job
Make sure job sites are cleaned up and left right
What We’re Looking For:
Climber experience with SRT and DRT systems, spurless pruning, and advanced rigging
ISA Certified Arborist preferred
CDL Class B or A strongly preferred
Strong rigging and removal background
Able to lead a crew and make smart calls in the field
What We Offer:
Competitive pay based on experience and licenses
Steady work
Room to grow
Certification reimbursement
Why Heartwood Tree Care:
Heartwood Tree Care has been serving communities since 1979. We are a family driven company built on safety, respect for the craft, and long term care of trees. Our crews support residential and commercial clients across Charlotte, Lake Norman, and Asheville. We invest in our people, maintain quality equipment, and value leaders who set the standard in the field.