Operations Leadership Trainee

Jobtailor; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Springfield, MA offers a hands-on leadership track in field operations, starting with learn-by-doing placements alongside experienced leaders. You will progress through Crew Leader, General Foreperson, and Supervisor phases while supporting safe, efficient vegetation management.

You'll gain experience in planning, jobsite observations, safety activities and coaching teammates, with exposure to production, customer partnerships and regulatory compliance as you advance.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership potential and a genuine interest in developing a career in field Operations.
• Leadership experience from the military, school, work, athletics, community involvement or other relevant settings is valued.
• Safety-minded with sound judgment and a willingness to speak up.

Responsibilities

• Learn Lewis field operations by working alongside experienced operational leaders and field teams.
• Progress through Crew Leader, General Foreperson and Supervisor leadership exposure phases.
• Support safe, efficient and high-quality utility vegetation management operations.
• Participate in work planning, crew and jobsite observations, safety activities and operational reviews.
• Build skills to coach and support employees, communicate expectations and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Learn to manage production, customers, equipment, documentation and business results.
• Partner with Operations and corporate functions such as Safety, Training, Human Resources and Talent Acquisition.
• Participate in internal and external technical, operational, business and leadership training.
• Travel for field exposure, storm response and leadership development.
• Develop capabilities in field operations, people leadership, safety, production, customer partnership, business operations, regulatory compliance and territory leadership.

Skills

Field Operations

Production Management

Regulatory Compliance

Jobsite Observations

Safety Activities

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Learn Lewis field operations by working alongside experienced operational leaders and field teams
• Progress through Crew Leader, General Foreperson and Supervisor leadership exposure phases
• Support safe, efficient and high-quality utility vegetation management operations
• Participate in work planning, crew and jobsite observations, safety activities and operational reviews
• Build skills to coach and support employees, communicate expectations and contribute to a positive team environment
• Learn to manage production, customers, equipment, documentation and business results
• Partner with Operations and corporate functions such as Safety, Training, Human Resources and Talent Acquisition
• Participate in internal and external technical, operational, business and leadership training
• Travel for field exposure, storm response and leadership development
• Develop capabilities in field operations, people leadership, safety, production, customer partnership, business operations, regulatory compliance and territory leadership

Requirements

• Demonstrated leadership potential and a genuine interest in developing a career in field Operations
• Leadership experience from the military, school, work, athletics, community involvement or other relevant settings is valued
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, adaptable and willing to learn from hands-on field experience
• Safety-minded with sound judgment and a willingness to speak up
• Organized, forward-thinking and capable of managing multiple priorities
• Comfort working in outdoor environments and around field operations
• Valid driver’s license and eligibility to operate a vehicle on behalf of the Company
• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability and willingness to obtain relevant industry certifications as development progresses
• Ability to travel as needed, including overnight or extended stays
• Ability to work in varying weather and terrain and at active jobsites
• Required personal protective equipment must be worn in accordance with Lewis, customer, OSHA and ANSI requirements
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, perform repetitive keystrokes, occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, climb stairs, and lift/move up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain and work indoors and outdoors
• Ability to tolerate extreme temperatures and moderate to loud noise levels

Core Competencies

Demonstrates leadership potential and a commitment to developing skills in field operations, safety, and customer partnership. Capable of managing multiple priorities while fostering a positive team environment and adhering to regulatory compliance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Leadership Experience
• Strong Communication Skills
• Safety-Minded Approach
• Organizational Skills
• Field Operations Management

Hard Skills

• Field Operations
• Production Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Jobsite Observations
• Safety Activities

Soft Skills

• Interpersonal Skills
• Self-Motivation
• Adaptability
• Coaching Skills
• Team Environment Contribution

Certifications & Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License
• Industry Certifications

Industry Keywords

• Utility Vegetation Management
• Operational Reviews
• Customer Partnership
• Safety Standards
• Personal Protective Equipment