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Dycom Industries, Inc.

Tree Crew Foreman

Lincolnton, NC · On-site

$18.50 - $24.50/hr

Hourly Discover a more connected career At Ansco & Associates, LLC, as a Tree Crew Foreman, you'll lead Tree Clearing crews, oversee equipment operations, and ensure project specifications and safety ...

Valhalla Tree Care

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Tree Crew Laborer

Sturgeon Lake, MN · On-site

$23 - $27/hr

Looking for full time/seasonal tree crew foreman. Safety minded and experienced only. Must be efficient and work well with others. CDL preferred.

Joshua Tree Experts

Tree Care Crew Lead/Foreman

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$21.75 - $28.75/hr

As a Tree Care Crew Lead/Foreman , you will be an essential manager of the Tree Crew in Bethesda, MD with the primary responsibility of performing all tree and shrub care services on residential and ...

Tree Tech, Inc.

Tree Foreman with CDL

Foxboro, MA · On-site

$21.50 - $28.25/hr

This role combines hands-on tree work, crew leadership, and CDL driving responsibilities, ensuring ... Prior crew lead or foreman experience strongly preferred * Strong working knowledge of tree removal ...

ARBOR MASTERS

Tree Crew Leader

Des Moines, IA

$33 - $43/hr

Tree Crew Leader/ Climber Earn between $70K and $90K per year, with the opportunity for quarterly ... Minimum of 3 years climbing experience and/or 2 years documented foreman experience * Advanced ...

Design Tree Maintenance, Inc.

Tree Crew Lead

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$180 - $400/day

You don't have to be a Tree Foreman, just someone who has experience in being a lead. WHAT WE'RE ... Begin each day by reviewing job plans and ensuring your crew is prepared for success. * Lead by ...

ARBOR MASTERS

Tree Crew Leader

Parkville, MO

$25 - $35/hr

Tree Crew Leader Earn between $70K and $90K per year, with the opportunity for quarterly bonuses ... Minimum of 3-5 years climbing experience and/or 5 years documented foreman experience * Advanced ...

Design Tree Maintenance, Inc.

Tree Crew Lead

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$180 - $400/day

You don't have to be a Tree Foreman, just someone who has experience in being a lead.WHAT WE'RE ... Begin each day by reviewing job plans and ensuring your crew is prepared for success.Lead by ...

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How much do tree crew foreman jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for tree crew foreman in the United States is $29.16, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.80 and $33.41 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a tree crew foreman?

A Tree Crew Foreman is a supervisor responsible for managing a team that performs tree care services, such as pruning, removal, and maintenance. They oversee safety protocols, ensure work is completed efficiently, and often operate specialized equipment. Tree Crew Foremen also communicate with clients, assess job sites, and provide guidance to crew members. This role requires knowledge of arboriculture, leadership skills, and experience with tree care operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a tree crew foreman?

To thrive as a Tree Crew Foreman, you need extensive knowledge of arboriculture, tree care techniques, and safety protocols, often supported by experience in the field and relevant certifications like ISA Certified Arborist. Familiarity with chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts, and safety gear, as well as digital job management systems, is typically required. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help effectively manage crews and ensure safe, efficient operations. These skills and qualities are essential for maintaining safety standards, delivering quality work, and leading teams in potentially hazardous environments.

What are some common challenges faced by a tree crew foreman during large-scale projects?

Tree Crew Foremen often encounter challenges such as coordinating multiple team members, managing time efficiently to meet project deadlines, and ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols, especially when working around power lines or in adverse weather conditions. They are also responsible for communicating with clients and supervisors to clarify project requirements and resolve any issues that arise on-site. Successfully navigating these challenges requires strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and a thorough understanding of arboricultural best practices.

What is the difference between Tree Crew Foreman vs Tree Trimmer?

AspectTree Crew ForemanTree Trimmer
CertificationsClimbing, safety, and first aid certificationsClimbing and safety certifications often required
Work EnvironmentSupervises crews in outdoor, arboreal settingsPerforms pruning and trimming in similar outdoor environments
Job ResponsibilitiesOversees crew, plans work, ensures safetyPerforms pruning, trimming, and removal tasks

The main difference is that the Tree Crew Foreman manages and supervises the crew, ensuring safety and efficiency, while the Tree Trimmer focuses on performing pruning and trimming tasks. The Foreman has more leadership responsibilities, whereas the Trimmer specializes in hands-on tree work.

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Infographic showing various Tree Crew Foreman job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, and 19% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,657 per year, or $29.2 per hour.

Tree Crew Foreman

Dycom Industries, Inc.

Lincolnton, NC • On-site

$18.50 - $24.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Dycom Industries rating

5.0

Company rating: 5.0 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Lincolnton, NC
Workplace Type: Field
Employment Type: Hourly
Discover a more connected career
At Ansco & Associates, LLC, as a Tree Crew Foreman, you'll lead Tree Clearing crews, oversee equipment operations, and ensure project specifications and safety requirements are met.
Connecting you to great benefits
  • Weekly Paychecks
  • Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
  • Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
  • 401(k) w/ Company Match
  • Stock Purchase Plan
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Legal Insurance
  • Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

What you'll do
  • Collect debris and from trimming and removal operations into piles using rakes, shovels, and/or forks
  • Cut away dead or excess branches from trees, or clear branches around power and communication lines, using climbing equipment, or buckets of extended truck booms, while operating chainsaws, hand saws, or pruning equipment
  • Load debris onto trucks in preparation for hauling away.
  • Operate shredding and chipping equipment and feed limbs and brush into these machines.
  • Remove broken limbs from utility wires using hooked extension poles.
  • Trim, top, and reshape trees to achieve attractive shapes or to remove low-hanging branches
  • Operate boom trucks, brush chippers/grinders, power saws, trucks, and other equipment typical to the tree maintenance industry.
  • Will monitor all activity on job site to ensure procedures are followed for others engaged in tree trimming work for maximum efficiency and safety, as well as providing training as needed.

What you'll need
  • At least 18 years old
  • Authorized to work in the United States for this company
  • Ability to brace, tie, and guide trees and branches to provide support
  • Ability to sharpen, lubricate, and maintain tools and equipment
  • Ability to climb trees using climbing hooks and climbing belt, or climb ladders to gain access to work area
  • Must be able to demonstrate ability to supervise and assist in the activities of construction crew towards achieving production goals following customer guidelines and specifications
  • Must be able to demonstrate ability to maintain positive working relationships both internally and externally
  • Have a valid CDL license

Why grow your career with us
Your career here is more than just a job - it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.
Building stronger solutions together
Our company is an equal-opportunity employer - we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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