Lead Tree Crew Supervisor (ESOP)

Lewis Services | 100% Employee-Owned; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

ESOP

Paid training & certifications

Health, dental, vision & HSA

401(k)

PTO & EAP

Job summary

Lewis Tree Service in Nashville area is seeking a Crew Leader to supervise the vegetation-management teams for utility clients, ensuring safe, efficient tree trimming and clearance near lines. You will train, coach, and evaluate crew performance while coordinating tasks and maintaining safe, compliant work sites.

The role requires 3+ years in tree crews or utility vegetation management, ANSI Z133 and A300 standards knowledge, and a CDL/medical certification as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a tree crew or utility vegetation management.
• Strong knowledge of ANSI Z133 safety requirements and A300 pruning standards.
• Proficiency in identifying poisonous plants.
• Proficiency in electrical circuit basics and interpreting circuit maps.
• Advanced tree ascent/descent using ropes and a safety saddle; skilled in aerial lift operations.
• Crew Leader technical knowledge and skills certification or ability to complete.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL (as needed) and medical certification.
• CPR and First Aid certified (provided by Lewis).

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily tree crew operations and ensure safe, efficient work practices.
• Plan and assign tasks based on crew members’ skills and job requirements.
• Monitor and evaluate crew performance, including new hires, for training and promotions.
• Maintain up‑to‑date contact information and report availability/fitness concerns to the General Foreman.
• Conduct field training and job briefings to ensure crew readiness.
• Enforce safety standards and company policies; report unsafe conditions or incidents.

Skills

Tree crew experience

ANSI Z133 safety

A300 pruning standards

Poisonous plants knowledge

Electrical circuit basics

Rope ascent/rope system

Safety CPR/First Aid

CDL & medical cert

Tools

Aerial lifts

Chainsaws

Chippers

Power saws

Pole saws

Climbing gear

Herbicide applicators

Job description

Lewis Tree Service in Nashville area is seeking a Crew Leader to supervise the vegetation-management teams for utility clients, ensuring safe, efficient tree trimming and clearance near lines. You will train, coach, and evaluate crew performance while coordinating tasks and maintaining safe, compliant work sites.

The role requires 3+ years in tree crews or utility vegetation management, ANSI Z133 and A300 standards knowledge, and a CDL/medical certification as needed.