Field Operations Leader, Vegetation Management

Shade Tree; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Shade Tree is seeking an Associate Performance Manager to lead vegetation management projects across Missouri and Illinois. You will oversee planning, execution, and delivery, coordinating multiple crews and ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence.

You will supervise teams, enforce OSHA standards, and optimize resource use while maintaining regulatory compliance and thorough documentation. This role emphasizes leadership, safety, and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in vegetation management, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of vegetation management projects, ensuring they meet client specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise and manage multiple crews, ensuring they are trained, equipped, and performing at optimal levels.
• Enforce safety policies and ensure adherence to OSHA and company standards; conduct safety audits and meetings.
• Manage materials, equipment, and manpower to balance productivity with cost control.
• Inspect work for quality, address deviations, and implement corrective actions.
• Provide regular project updates, resolve issues, and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Ensure projects stay within budget and scope; report variances as needed to leadership.
• Ensure crew training on vegetation management practices, safety protocols, and equipment use.
• Comply with local, state, and federal environmental and safety regulations; manage permitting when necessary.
• Maintain accurate documentation of work, safety incidents, equipment use, and reporting for internal and customer records.

Skills

Leadership

Vegetation management knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Outdoor work adaptability

Team leadership

Culture building

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ISA certification within 1 year

Pesticide/Herbicide License

First Aid/CPR certification desirable

OSHA certification desirable

Job description

Shade Tree is seeking an Associate Performance Manager to lead vegetation management projects across Missouri and Illinois. You will oversee planning, execution, and delivery, coordinating multiple crews and ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence.

You will supervise teams, enforce OSHA standards, and optimize resource use while maintaining regulatory compliance and thorough documentation. This role emphasizes leadership, safety, and client satisfaction.