Future Ops Leader: Field Leadership Trainee

Lewis Services | 100% Employee-Owned; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

ESOP

Paid training and industry credentials

Health, dental, vision & HSA options

401(k)

Paid time off and EAP

Job summary

Lewis Tree Service in Houston, TX, offers an Operations Leadership Trainee program that develops you from frontline crew leadership to supervisor roles while you learn field operations and safety leadership.

This development-focused track includes paid training, industry certifications, and exposure to business operations as the company grows, with ESOP participation and a clear leadership pathway. Expect outdoor field work and regional travel as part of the program.

Qualifications

• Leadership potential and interest in field Operations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Safety-minded with ability to learn on job sites.
• Willingness to travel and work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Learn Lewis field operations alongside experienced leaders.
• Support safe, efficient and high-quality vegetation management operations.
• Participate in work planning, site observations, safety activities and reviews.
• Develop coaching and people-management skills.
• Gain exposure to production, customers, equipment, and business results.
• Collaborate with Safety, Training, HR and Talent Acquisition.

Skills

Leadership potential

Communication skills

Safety-minded

Outdoor work comfortable

Driver's license

Self-motivated

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Lewis Tree Service in Houston, TX, offers an Operations Leadership Trainee program that develops you from frontline crew leadership to supervisor roles while you learn field operations and safety leadership.

This development-focused track includes paid training, industry certifications, and exposure to business operations as the company grows, with ESOP participation and a clear leadership pathway. Expect outdoor field work and regional travel as part of the program.