Job Description

Did you know that Ryan Lawn & Tree is a $100M+ professional Lawn & Landscape company? We've built one of the most respected lawn and tree care companies in the Midwest — and serve customers across Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Nebraska.

As a 100% employee-owned (ESOP) company, we believe our people are our greatest competitive advantage — and that belief starts with how we hire. We're on a mission to raise the bar for our entire industry — attracting exceptional people, treating them right, and doing work that leaves a mark on every community we touch.

We are expanding our professional arborist group and seeking a skilled and motivated Pruning Team Lead If you are an ambitious individual with proven pruning and climbing experience and a passion for working outdoors in a team environment, we want to talk to you! This role involves leading a team, groundwork, pruning, and tree climbing.

The Pruning Team Lead is responsible for the daily production, safety, and client satisfaction of the pruning team. Key duties include:

• Leading the team in completing pruning work on client properties.
• Assisting in diagnostic sales for pruning, including add-on sales as needed.
• Directing and managing team members, driving team efficiencies, and developing their skills.
• Maintaining a high level of work quality and taking pride in the results.
• Interacting with clients daily to communicate the process, expectations, services performed, and recommendations for other Ryan services.
• Committing to continuous on-the-job and classroom training to enhance service delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of professional pruning experience.
• Valid driver's license and the ability to obtain DOT certification.
• Maintain a state-issued pesticide applicator license (ornamental and lawn).
• Thorough knowledge of pruning practices, arboriculture, pruning safety, and shrub maintenance standards. ISA Certified Arborist designation a plus
• Ability to work aloft at a minimum of 25 feet and demonstrate climbing proficiency.
• Proficiency with field-based software systems, Microsoft, and Google software platforms.
• General knowledge of department-specific equipment maintenance and safe operation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (internal and external).
• Ability to work outside in all weather, year-round.

Why Work at RYAN?

Join our employee-owned company, a leader in the urban forestry field, and become a partner in the highest quality lawn and tree company in the Midwest. We hire exceptional people and offer:

• Full time year around employment with a starting compensation of up to $60,000 depending on experience with bonuses available.
• Excellent benefits package
  • Health Insurance
  • 401k w/ company match
  • Dental/Vision and more
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
• Flexible work schedule
• Uniforms provided
• 17 Days Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays