Ready to step up and lead the best land clearing & cedar removal crew in Central Texas? If you've got the grit to outwork the elements and the mind to manage a high-performing team, Bear Claw Land Services wants you. We don't just "cut trees." We execute high-stakes wildfire mitigation and land clearing projects that protect the Hill Country's ranches and fast-growing communities. As a Crew Lead, you aren't just a boss. You're the pace-setter, the problem-solver, and the guardian of our 5-star reputation. You'll manage the ground game on 100+ acre ranch clearing projects all the way down to steep, 1 acre lakefront properties while ensuring your team stays safe, efficient, and dialed in. So why lead at Bear Claw? You get the responsibility of a foreman with the lifestyle of a local. We provide the platform; you provide the leadership. Here's what's in it for you: $30.00 - $40.00/hr (Leading industry pay for elite leads)

Comprehensive Benefits:

Medical, dental

Leadership Development:

We invest in your growth as a manager and professional About You You're a

Proven Leader:

You have 3-5+ years of forestry or land clearing experience and have successfully managed crews in high-pressure environments. You know how to motivate a team without "bossing" them around. You Live for the

Outdoors:

Whether you're on the lake at sunrise or in a deer blind in November, you understand the Texas lifestyle and the terrain we work in. You Demand 5-

Star Service:

You don't just walk away from a job; you inspect it. You ensure every acre is left in pristine condition and every client is ready to write a glowing review. You Are the

Moral Compass:

Integrity isn't a buzzword for you. You prioritize safety and honesty even when the deadline is tight. You're a

Master Technician:

You can out-saw and out-operate anyone on the crew, but you're humble enough to teach others your secrets. You're a

Logistics Ninja:

You see three steps ahead. You anticipate equipment needs, weather shifts, and site challenges before they become problems. What You'll Do This is a "boots on the ground" leadership role. You'll be in the dirt with your crew, directing the flow of the project:

Direct Operations:

Oversee the daily execution of cedar clearing, mastication, and land clearing. You own the site's productivity and safety. Master the

Fleet:

Lead by example on forestry skid steers, excavators, and chippers. You're responsible for ensuring the "big toys" are used effectively and treated right.

Team Mentorship:

Train junior technicians on chainsaw precision, rigging, and equipment maintenance. You're building the next generation of sawyers.

Quality Control:

Perform final walkthroughs to ensure slash management and erosion control meet our "Bear Claw Standard."

Equipment Oversight:

Manage daily inspections and ensure field repairs are handled so the crew never stalls.

Communication:

Act as the primary link between the field and the office, reporting progress and solving site-specific hurdles across Travis, Hays, Blanco, and Burnet counties.

Requirements Expert Sawyer Skills:

Advanced felling and bucking techniques are second nature to you.

Heavy Equipment Mastery:

3+ years of professional experience operating forestry-specific machinery (mulchers, track hoes, grapples).

Leadership Experience:

Prior experience as a foreman, crew lead, or project manager in a field setting. Must be 18 years of age or older Driver's license & reliable vehicle required Qualifications Do you have a driver's license & car? (Required) Do you have US work authorization? (Required) Are you able to pass a background check? (Required) Do you have 3+ years of forestry or land clearing experience? (Required) Think you have what it takes to lead the Claw? Apply today and we'll get back to you ASAP.

Pay:

$30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person (Field-based across the Texas Hill Country, based out of the Austin area)

Pay:

$30.00 - $40.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person