About Us
Exceptional Expertise
Excellent Tree Service Provider
Barberton Tree Service Inc. began with a gift. When founder Keith Luck turned 16 in 1971, his grandmother gave him a pick-up truck and a chainsaw. He started this business which grew into an 85 truck fleet family enterprise with 95 employees at peak season. In September 2002, Barberton Tree Service, Inc. moved our location to 3307 Clark Mill Road in Norton (next to Barberton Speedway) to join Mulch Makers of Ohio. This new facility allows us to be more efficient and pass valuable savings on to our customers.
Barberton Tree Service provides all tree services including tree and stump removal, trimming, pruning, and clearing. We specialize in dangerous tree removals including those requiring the use of our company-owned cranes. Under no circumstance do we subcontract and our crane operators are OHSA certified. Barberton Tree Service Inc. is fully insured and covered by the Bureau of Workers Compensation. Whether you need a simple trimming or a dangerous tree removed you can rely on Barberton Tree Service to always get the job done right.
Barberton Tree Service has access to some of the best equipment on the market to date. With access to a fleet of over 65 bucket trucks reaching up to 65 feet each equipped with a commercial wood chipper, Four cranes ranging from a 23 ton – 103 feet to 28 ton 138 feet, and a spider bucket reaching 83 up to feet, Barberton Tree Service has got tools to get any job done.
Keith Luck
Founder & President
Keith has built this company from the ground up, beginning with selling firewood at age fourteen before expanding to Barberton Tree Service Inc. A proud Alumni of the University of Akron, Keith was a top defensive player on the 1976 Zips team that made a Division II National Title run. A team that stands in the University Sports Hall of Fame to this day.
Our Mission
& Values
Keith prides himself in bringing the blue-collar work back to the City of Barberton, employing locals and attributing a lot of his success to the community; which is why he is known for giving back so much. He has accomplished his mission, turning BTS into a ‘Barberton brand’ run by Barberton people. It is often said that “Everybody knows somebody from Barberton”, and we like to maintain our professionalism to ensure that Barberton Tree Service is a part of that effort.
Our Experts
Lisa Devenport
Vice President
After graduating from Barberton High School in 1996, Lisa began her career at Barberton Tree Service, Inc. while attending the University of Akron for Business Management. She has been with BTS since she was 18, taught by old-school values and brought up though hard knock lessons. Throughout the years, Lisa has gained an abundance of knowledge and skills that lead her to her current position as Vice-President. After nearly 26 years in the tree care industry, and nearly 30 years in a professional setting, we believe her biggest attribute is her versatility. Lisa says, “My personal and professional endeavors this far in life are what continues to push me to the future.” Lisa enjoys volunteering in her free time to give back to the community with her daughter. Some of the organizations she has been a part of throughout the years are: Lake Anna YMCA as Chairman of the board; Barberton Parks and Recreation as a Commissioner; Crossroads Community Church as a nursery teacher; and has various other volunteer hours logged within Summit County and Medina County.
Bryan Breitenstine
lead Estimator
After cementing himself in Barberton lore as one of the greatest quarterbacks to ever wear a Magic’s uniform, Bryan decided to be a part of Keith’s vision to grow Barberton Tree Service into what it has become today. Approaching 30 years of experience, Bryan has become an expert at estimating and bidding ‘Crane Removals.’ As a contract coordinator, Bryan has the invaluable ability to be proficient in providing accurate and affordable estimates with trimming and removals alike. He has been vital in growing our company to the competitive entity it has become. Whether bidding Commercial, Municipal, or Residential; Bryan always has the customer in mind!
Kevin Scott Mcquaide
Safety Coordinator & Estimator
Barberton born and raised, Scotty grew up watching Barberton Tree Service through his window as they cleared all of the new lots in the Austin Estates development. Being neighbors and good friends with the luck family, Scotty could not wait until he was old enough to be a part of the team and drive one of those awesome maroon trucks. After graduating from Barberton High School in 2004, he made his dream happen. With over a decade spent learning from the “best in the game”, Scotty grew into a foreman and became famous for improvising on the job site and coming up with the safest, most efficient methods to complete a job to Barberton Tree Service standards. He now utilizes those skills as a SAFETY COORDINATOR AND PART-TIME estimator. You can expect nothing but the most friendly, polite, knowledgeable and loyal service from him for all of your tree care needs!
Joshua Huffman
Certified Arborist & Estimator
Living in the Barberton area for over 30 plus years, Josh started working for Barberton Tree Service in 2002 right out of high school as a groundsperson & worked his way through many of the different positions within the company to now becoming a certified arborist. Josh has always considered BTS his home. Owner Keith Luck has been like a mentor/father figure to Josh, teaching him many of the hardworking standards & values that Barberton Tree Service represents. Josh firmly believes in owner Keith Luck’s motto, “take care of it and it will take care of you.” Josh has learned the business from many of the “Barberton Tree legends” that have taught him to provide the highest level of service to our customers at the best prices around. Josh is sure to be honest, fair, and surely put a smile on your face.
freddie payne
estimator & foreperson
Freddie has been on our team for a few years now, as of 2022. Hired on as Foreperson, he quickly showed his knowledge and passion for the industry which lead him to become an Estimator. Before his employment at BTS, Freddie has been in the industry for over 15 years between owning his own company and working for highly accredited, national tree care companies. His passion for quality customer service and friendliness flows through his personal life. Freddie enjoys spending time with his family and being actively involved in his children’s extracurricular activities.
JILL I.
Office Manager
As a relative to the president of BTS, Jill can attest to the “family-owned and operated business.” She’s worked with us on and off since she was 13 and treats the office like family. Over the past five years, she’s built strong relationships with her co-workers. Family and relationships are important to her. During the warmer months, Jill loves to spend time at the pool with her grandchildren. Jill would love to assist you with general questions, setting up estimates for trees and stump grinding, and questions regarding work orders. You can reach Jill at (330) 848-2344.
LAURIE W.
Senior Administrative Assistant
We would not be able to function without Laurie! She handles accounts payable, payroll, data entry, and other tasks, along with helping out the rest of the office staff. Throughout her ten years as an employee, she has always been attentive and extraordinarily positive, which makes it easy to see that her favorite part of coming to work is sharing the same vision and dedication to the company’s mission. While not at work, Laurie enjoys spending time in nature at her campsite with her family. Contact Laurie at (330) 848-2344 for questions concerning accounts payable, corporate invoices, or any other general questions
JAMIE M.
Office Associate & Accounts Receivable
Though Jamie has only been a part of BTS for a little over a year, she’s quickly found a second family here with our staff! She is a wonderful addition to the BTS crew along with Winston, her French Bulldog that she brings in every day. It’s no surprise that Jamie is an animal lover! Her free time is spent rescuing dogs and cats and helping them find their forever home. Contact Jamie at (330) 848-2344 for help with setting up an estimate, accounts receivable, or any general office questions. You’ll be impressed with her timeliness and interpersonal skills!
bob wolfe
Foreperson & LEAD CERTIFIED CRANE OPERATOR
Bob is one of our most valued employees! He has been with us for nearly 30 years and enjoys the people he works with and leading a successful crew. Bob not only excels at operating cranes on the jobs, but he is also an amazing hunter during deer season.
AARON WAGNITZ
General Foreperson & CERTIFIED CRANE OPERATOR
Aaron has been working at bts for so long he has lost track! HE IS ONE OF BARBERTON TREE’S MOST VERSITLE EMPLOYEES. THROGHOUT THE YEARs, AARON HAS DONE NEARLY EVERY JOB THAT IS OFFERed HERE. AARON strives to make customers happy and enjoys the teamwork aspect of his job. AARON works together with his right hand PERSON, DILLON, TO GET THE JOB DONE Effectively AND efficiently, EVERY TIME.
dillon hughes
foreperson & CERTIFIED crane operator
Dillon is our fun-loving foreman and crane operator. He’s grown so much throughout his 7 years at BTS. Even though he works on a crane all day, one of his hobbies is running a crane! He also loves to ride his motorcycle when the weather is nice along with spending time with his family.
Jason Ramsey
PAINT & BODY SHOP FOREPERSON/supervisor
Jason has been with the Barberton tree team for over 12 years, and has made a huge positive impact on the company. Jason learned the ropes from his father by working in his body shop since he was a kid. when jason isn’t putting the company logOs on trucks, or painting all of our equipment, he loves spending time with his family and friends sharing a laugh or fishing.
Ryan (squintz) jacobs
Foreperson & bucket operator
Ryan, AKA Squintz, has been at BTS for 8 years. He loves being around his coworkers and watching his crew get better. When he’s not working, Squintz enjoys playing tennis.
JAKE BROWN
foreperson & bucket operator
jAKE BECAME A FOREMAN BECAUSE OF HIS WORK ETHIC,
DEMEANOR AND HIS STRONG ABILITY TO LEAD. HE SHOWS
THESE TRAITS EVERY DAY BY TEACHING AND TRAINING
CO-WORKS. hE lOVES “THE FELLOWSHIP AND
BROTHERHOOD” AT BTS AND IN HIS FREE TIME HE ENJOYS
SPENDING TIME WITH HIS FAMILY AND ANYTHING SPORTS!