Foreman - Crew Leader Arborist

Lewis Tree Service, Inc.; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks passionate individuals for tree trimming and climbing roles. This exciting opportunity involves leading a dedicated crew in maintaining safety and efficiency while working outdoors. You'll interpret orders, plan daily tasks, and ensure that safety practices are enforced. With a commitment to employee growth, the company offers specialized training and career advancement opportunities. If you enjoy the outdoors, have a strong work ethic, and are eager to develop your skills in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Specialized Paid Training

Health Insurance Plans

Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Retirement & Savings Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Two years experience as a Trimmer/Climber around utility lines.
• Ability to lead and communicate effectively with crew members.
• Knowledge of tree identification and proper trimming techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew, creating a positive team environment.
• Plan daily work considering various factors like equipment and weather.
• Safeguard employees and the public from hazards during work.

Skills

Tree Climbing

Communication Skills

Arboriculture Techniques

Physical Labor

Knot Tying

Electric Circuits

Education

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Driver's License or CDL

Tools

Chainsaws

Aerial Lifts

Hand Tools

Job description

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 General Foreman or representative of the customer


• Plan and layout daily work for your crew. (Considering time required to complete work, clean-up time, equipment available, weather conditions, customer's permission, etc.)


• Perform a Pre-Job Hazard Survey at each job site with all crew members and assigns work tasks based on an individual's knowledge skills and abilities.


• Perform line clearing and tree trimming duties for Lewis Tree Service's utility customers including pruning treetops and limbs, trimming or removal of at-risk/damaged trees as well as removing broken limbs from wires, roofs, etc.


• Climb trees and operate a bucket for trimming and removals in and above the power lines.


• Prepare, operate and maintain all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.


• Remove limbs and brush, cleanup and dispose of debris.


• Mixing and apply spray chemicals, preserving desirable vegetation


• Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the working area. Enforce on-the-job safety practices.

What you'll need:

• Two years or more experience working as a Trimmer/Climber, working around utility lines.


• Ability to lead people including strong communication skills


• Knowledge of trees including identification, growth habits and correct arboriculture techniques for the trimming, pruning, repairing, maintaining and removing, as applicable to working close to energized conductors.


• Experience in tree climbing, knot tying and PPE


• Understanding of drawings and symbols representing types of lines, voltage, line equipment, etc.


• Ability to perform physical labor such as lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. to shoulder height or more.


• Capable of operating two-handed equipment (chain saw, circular saw, etc.) and have the physical ability to endure extreme climate variances.


• Willing and able to obtain specialized training and certifications as required, such as:


• Local, state and federal licenses


• First Aid and CPR cards


• Pass a pre-employment drug test and job duty skills tests


• Preferred valid Driver's License or CDL

We offer...

• Specialized paid training & certifications


• Career advancement opportunities


• Health insurance plans


• Paid time off


• Employee stock ownership plan


• Retirement & savings plans options


• Employee assistance program

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.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

CPR Certication (required)
First Aid Certification (required)

Skills

Electric Circuits (preferred)

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