Foreman - Crew Leader Arborist

Lewis Tree Service, Inc.; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in vegetation management is seeking passionate individuals who love the outdoors and are eager to grow their leadership skills. This role offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated crew while ensuring safety and efficiency in tree trimming and removal tasks. With a focus on career advancement and supportive leadership, you will be part of a team that values hard work and adaptability in varying environments. Enjoy competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and paid training. If you are self-motivated and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Training

Career Advancement Opportunities

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Ownership

Retirement Plans

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Trimmer/Climber around utility lines.
• Strong communication skills and knowledge of arboriculture techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew, creating a positive team environment.
• Perform tree trimming and removal duties safely and efficiently.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Tree Climbing

Knowledge of Arboriculture

Physical Labor

Safety Practices

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

Certifications (First Aid, CPR, CDL)

Tools

Chainsaws

Aerial Lifts

Hand Tools

Job description

You have a passion for tree work and growing your leadership skills. We want to help grow that passion with career opportunities, supportive leadership, and a dedication to safety.

We're the second-largest vegetation management company in North America... and always growing. But really, we're in the people success business; we just happen to trim trees.

Who you are...

• Open-Minded: open to new ideas, willing to listen and observe, humble
• Love the Outdoors: enjoys varying environments/weather, not afraid to get dirty, adventurous
• Self-Motivated: driven, strong work ethic, willing to "do what it takes"
• Adaptable: can think on your feet, nimble, flexible
• Collaborative: strong people skills, able to give and receive constructive feedback, willing to speak up

What you'll do:

• Lead a tight-knit crew, creating and promoting a positive team environment
• Interpret tree trimming, removal, and spraying orders initiated by the General Foreman or customer representative
• Plan and layout daily work for your crew, considering time, clean-up, equipment, weather, permissions, etc.
• Perform a Pre-Job Hazard Survey at each site with crew members and assign tasks based on skills and abilities
• Perform line clearing and tree trimming duties, including pruning, removal of at-risk/damaged trees, and debris removal
• Climb trees and operate a bucket for trimming and removals near power lines
• Prepare, operate, and maintain tools and equipment like hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts
• Remove limbs and brush, and dispose of debris
• Mix and apply spray chemicals, preserving desirable vegetation
• Enforce safety practices to safeguard employees and the public

What you'll need:

• Two or more years of experience as a Trimmer/Climber around utility lines
• Strong communication skills for leadership
• Knowledge of trees, growth habits, and arboriculture techniques near energized conductors
• Experience in tree climbing, knot tying, PPE
• Understanding of electrical drawings and symbols
• Ability to perform physical labor, lifting at least 50 lbs.
• Ability to operate two-handed equipment and endure extreme climate conditions
• Willingness to obtain certifications such as licenses, First Aid, CPR, and possibly CDL
• Pass pre-employment drug tests and skills assessments

We offer...

• Paid training and certifications
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive wages: $23 - $26/hour
• Health insurance, paid time off, employee stock ownership, retirement plans, employee assistance programs

Lewis Tree Service is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and compliance with applicable laws. We prohibit discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.