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Landscapes USA

Landscape Driver

Vista, CA · On-site

$21 - $22/hr

Must be familiar with and able to operate dump truck, truck with trailer, backpack blower, tiller, chainsaw, hand pruners, pole pruners, gas powered shears, etc. * You will oversee a crew of ...

LUSA HOLDINGS

Landscape Driver

Vista, CA · On-site

$21 - $22/hr

Must be familiar with and able to operate dump truck, truck with trailer, backpack blower, tiller, chainsaw, hand pruners, pole pruners, gas powered shears, etc. * You will oversee a crew of ...

Carr's Tree Service

Crew Member - Jordan

Jordan, MN · On-site

$18 - $26/hr

Support ground operations including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup ... Follow direction from crew leadership when working on customer or municipal properties. * Represent ...

Natures Image

Driver and Crew Member

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

The Driver & Crew Member must have a valid driver's license and maintain an excellent driving ... Use of line trimmer, hedger, weedwhacker, backpack sprayer, chainsaw, and other equipment when ...

Carr's Tree Service

Crew Member - Alexandria

Alexandria, MN · On-site

$18 - $26/hr

Support ground operations including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup ... Follow direction from crew leadership when working on customer or municipal properties. * Represent ...

Carr's Tree Service

Crew Member - Moorhead

Dilworth, MN · On-site

$18 - $26/hr

Support ground operations including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup ... Follow direction from crew leadership when working on customer or municipal properties. * Represent ...

Natures Image

Driver and Crew Member

Lake Forest, CA · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

The Driver & Crew Member must have a valid driver's license and maintain an excellent driving ... Use of line trimmer, hedger, weedwhacker, backpack sprayer, chainsaw, and other equipment when ...

Carr's Tree Service

Crew Member - Alexandria

Alexandria, MN · On-site

$18 - $26/hr

Support ground operations including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup ... Follow direction from crew leadership when working on customer or municipal properties. * Represent ...

Natures Image Inc

Driver and Crew Member

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

The Driver & Crew Member must have a valid driver's license and maintain an excellent driving ... Use of line trimmer, hedger, weedwhacker, backpack sprayer, chainsaw, and other equipment when ...

Carr's Tree Service

Crew Member - St Cloud

Saint Cloud, MN · On-site

$18 - $26/hr

Ground operations including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup. * Stump ... Follow direction from crew leadership when working on customer or municipal properties. * Represent ...

Carr's Tree Service

Crew Member - Jordan

Jordan, MN · On-site

$18 - $26/hr

Support ground operations including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup ... Follow direction from crew leadership when working on customer or municipal properties. * Represent ...

Carr's Tree Service

Crew Member - Kasson

Kasson, MN · On-site

$18 - $26/hr

Support ground operations including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup ... Follow direction from crew leadership when working on customer or municipal properties. * Represent ...

Carr's Tree Service

Crew Member - Kasson

Kasson, MN · On-site

$18 - $26/hr

Support ground operations including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup ... Follow direction from crew leadership when working on customer or municipal properties. * Represent ...

Carr's Tree Service

Crew Member - St Cloud

Saint Cloud, MN · On-site

$18 - $26/hr

Ground operations including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup. * Stump ... Follow direction from crew leadership when working on customer or municipal properties. * Represent ...

Carr's Tree Service

Crew Member - Moorhead

Dilworth, MN · On-site

$18 - $26/hr

Support ground operations including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup ... Follow direction from crew leadership when working on customer or municipal properties. * Represent ...

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How much do chainsaw crew jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for chainsaw crew in the United States is $21.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical safety protocols that chainsaw crew members must follow during daily operations?

Chainsaw Crew members are required to adhere to strict safety protocols each day, including wearing personal protective equipment such as helmets, eye and ear protection, gloves, chainsaw chaps, and steel-toe boots. Before starting work, crew members participate in safety briefings and conduct equipment checks to ensure saws and tools are functioning properly. Throughout the day, they maintain clear communication with team members, establish safe work zones, and remain alert to environmental hazards like falling branches or unstable terrain. Following these procedures helps minimize risk and ensures a safe work environment for everyone involved.

What is a chainsaw crew?

Chainsaw crews are teams of trained professionals who use chainsaws to cut, remove, or clear trees, brush, and other vegetation. They are often employed in forestry, wildfire prevention, storm cleanup, and land management projects. Members of a chainsaw crew are skilled in safely operating chainsaws and other equipment, following strict safety protocols to minimize risk. Their work is physically demanding and requires knowledge of environmental regulations and best practices for land stewardship.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a chainsaw crew member?

To thrive as a Chainsaw Crew member, you need solid knowledge of forestry safety protocols, experience in operating chainsaws, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with equipment like protective gear (PPE), chainsaw maintenance tools, and sometimes certifications such as OSHA or S-212 Wildland Fire Chainsaws are typically required. Attention to detail, strong teamwork, and the ability to stay calm under pressure are crucial soft skills in this role. These skills and qualifications are vital for ensuring safe, efficient, and effective operations in hazardous environments.

What is the difference between Chainsaw Crew vs Tree Trimmer?

AspectChainsaw CrewTree Trimmer
CertificationsOSHA safety training, chainsaw operationClimbing certification, safety training
Work EnvironmentForests, construction sites, utility linesResidential and commercial trees, urban areas
Job TasksFelling, cutting, clearingPruning, trimming, shaping

Both roles involve working with trees and require safety certifications. A Chainsaw Crew typically handles felling and clearing large trees in outdoor or utility settings, while a Tree Trimmer focuses on pruning and shaping trees in urban or residential areas. The roles overlap in safety training and chainsaw use but differ in specific tasks and work environments.

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Landscape Driver

Landscapes USA

Vista, CA • On-site

$21 - $22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Job Description -Landscape Driver or Crew Leader
Landscape Driver / Crew Leader
Commercial Landscaping Crew Leader
Landscapes USA have an immediate opening for FULL TIME Commercial Crew Leader in Vista, CA . We are looking for a hard working individual to grow with us! Our ideal candidates are committed individuals who are willing to work during all seasons, are dependable, and looking for a career in the landscape industry.
A valid Driver's License and experience is required for this position, please see below for more information, requirements and qualifications.
Some job requirements include:
  • Must be familiar with and able to operate dump truck, truck with trailer, backpack blower, tiller, chainsaw, hand pruners, pole pruners, gas powered shears, etc.
  • You will oversee a crew of landscapers.
  • Knowledge and experience of equipment such as mowers, blowers, landscaping equipment and plant care knowledge.
  • Knowledge of enhancement installation, seasonal color, plant materials, etc.
  • Ability to work outdoors in any environment, walk for long periods of time, and lift objects of 50-80 lbs on a regular basis.
  • Use of Personal Protective Equipment is required while on all job sites.
  • Reliable transportation to work daily.
  • Preferred qualifications:
  • commercial Landscape Enhancement experience
  • 2 plus years of Foreman experience
  • Valid Driver's License

Experience:
  • Commercial Landscape Maintenance: 2 years (Required)
  • Foreman/ Crew Leader in Commercial Landscape: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:
  • Valid Driver's License and a clean driving record for at least 3 years (required)

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

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