Arborist - Equipment Operator

Lewis Tree Service; Lewisburg (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in utility vegetation management is looking for an Equipment Operator who thrives in outdoor environments. This role involves trimming and removing trees, operating equipment like Skid-steers, and ensuring safety practices on the job. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, adaptable, and enjoys working in a team setting. With opportunities for specialized training and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this position offers a chance to grow within a supportive and progressive company. If you're ready for a rewarding challenge in a dynamic work environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Affordable Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Specialized Paid Training

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. to shoulder height.
• Willing to obtain specialized training and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Trim and remove trees using aerial lifts or climbing techniques.
• Safeguard employees and public from hazards in the working area.

Skills

Physical Labor

Operating Skid-steers

Tree Species Identification

First Aid and CPR

Team Collaboration

Education

Driver’s License

Specialized Training Certifications

Tools

Chainsaw

Circular Saw

Aerial Lift

Job description

At Lewis, we provide the stability of a long-standing, employee-owned company with the progressive nature of a growing, improvement-minded future. We’re the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America… and always growing.

We’re in the people success business, we just happen to trim trees.

Why you’ll love being part of the Lewis Family:

• We are empowered to share our talents. We care deeply. We conquer challenges. We respect our differences. We trust each other. We keep each other safe. Together, we do great things.
• We offer for Non-Union positions:
• Specialized paid training & certifications
• Affordable health insurance plans including Dental, Vision and Health Savings Accounts
• Retirement plans including Employee stock ownership and 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• We offer for Union positions:
• Specialized paid training & certifications
• Employee assistance program

Why you'll love this Job:

• You love the outdoors: you enjoy varying environments/weather, not afraid to get dirty, adventurous
• You are open to new ideas: willing to listen and observe, humble
• You are self-motivated: driven, strong work ethic, willing to “do what it takes”
• You are adaptable: can think on your feet, nimble, flexible
• You are collaborative: strong people skills, able to give and receive constructive feedback, willing to speak-up

What you’ll do as a Equipment Operator at Lewis:

• Be part of a tight-knit group working in a team environment.
• Trim and/or removes trees by climbing or with aid of an aerial lift (under the direct supervision of a crew leader or qualified line clearance tree trimmer).
• Load and unload trucks with logs, brush and debris and/or feed brush into brush chipper.
• Use hand lines to lower limbs and equipment.
• Use and maintain small power tools at ground level.
• Spray stumps and brush.
• Drive and operates trucks and Skid-steers safely.
• Report the need for repairs of trucks and equipment to crew leader.
• Safeguard employees and public from hazards in and around the working area. Help enforce on the job safety practices.

What you’ll need:

• Must be able to perform physical labor such as lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. to shoulder height or more.
• Must be capable of operating Skid-steers and two-handed equipment (chain saw, circular saw) and have the physical ability to endure extreme climate variances.
• Willing and able to obtain specialized training and certifications as required, such as tree species identification and local, state and federal licenses.
• Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR cards.
• Pass a pre-employment drug test and job duty skills tests.
• Ability to obtain valid Driver’s License.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is key to the success of our business. We respect the differences among us, and we leverage those differences to create an environment where all employees feel welcome and fairly treated. We seek the best solutions possible by attracting and engaging a diverse workforce where all perspectives are sought and valued.

Lewis Tree Service is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity for both applicants and employees. Lewis Tree Service prohibits unlawful discrimination or harassment of employees and applicants on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age (40+), religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Lewis Tree Service’s practices and policies are administered in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.