Tree Crew Lead & Field Supervisor

ISA Certified Arborist; Uvalde (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

PTO

Job summary

ISA Certified Arborist is seeking a Foreperson to coordinate vegetation crews in Texas. You will manage crews, equipment, and supplies, ensuring contract compliance and safe, efficient work practices on outdoor sites.

Responsibilities include directing daily tasks, communicating with property owners, enforcing PPE, and overseeing tree trimming/removal operations using climbing gear or ground-based methods. Travel for storm work may be required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to meet and demonstrate qualifications of all positions on a crew.
• Must be able to follow verbal or written directives.
• Must be able to delegate work and take accountability for the performance of a crew.
• Must be able to understand drawings and symbols representing lines, voltages, line equipment, etc.
• Must be capable of adjusting to field requirements and taking independent action without close supervision.
• Must have and maintain a Driver’s License and be able to safely drive a company vehicle.
• Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
• Must have and maintain a Driver’s License if hired for a driving position.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with others.
• Must have endurance necessary to perform duties throughout a standard eight or ten hour day.
• Must be able to operate and service all required tools and equipment.
• Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate crew members, equipment, tools, and supplies to complete jobs per contract specs.
• Direct crew and manage equipment daily.
• Assign tasks, supervise performance and plan work safely and efficiently.
• Notify property owners and obtain access for trimming or removal work.
• Ensure PPE compliance and safe practices on site.
• Trim or remove trees using climbing gear or ground-based methods and operate equipment.
• Spray stumps and brush to prevent regrowth.
• Load/unload trucks with materials and maintain equipment.
• Maintain time records and perform daily inspections.
• Restock supplies and report damaged equipment.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Communication

Outdoor work

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Company vehicle operation

Job description

ISA Certified Arborist is seeking a Foreperson to coordinate vegetation crews in Texas. You will manage crews, equipment, and supplies, ensuring contract compliance and safe, efficient work practices on outdoor sites.

Responsibilities include directing daily tasks, communicating with property owners, enforcing PPE, and overseeing tree trimming/removal operations using climbing gear or ground-based methods. Travel for storm work may be required.