Vegetation Manager

SST Direct; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SST Direct in Raleigh, NC seeks a Vegetation Manager to lead daily vegetation management and landscaping operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and high quality. The role supervises field crews, trains and mentors employees, coordinates schedules and equipment, and maintains strong customer relationships; works with the crew in the field as needed.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in vegetation management or related fields, 3+ years leading field crews, and a hands-on

Qualifications

• Strong background in vegetation management, landscaping, or related fields.
• Experience leading field crews or as foreman/manager.
• Ability to train and mentor employees while maintaining hands-on leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise vegetation management and landscaping operations for multiple projects.
• Plan, assign, and monitor daily work to ensure safety, schedule, and quality.
• Train, mentor, and develop new employees on techniques, safety, and company expectations.
• Serve as a working manager by assisting crews in the field with task execution.
• Conduct jobsite inspections to ensure OSHA compliance and customer specs.
• Coordinate labor, equipment, materials, and schedules to maximize productivity.
• Communicate project updates and resolve customer concerns to ensure satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate records of production hours, equipment usage, and safety meetings.
• Assist with estimating, job planning, and identifying productivity improvements.

Skills

Vegetation management

Leadership

Training & mentoring

Communication

Safety compliance

Project coordination

Tools

Skid steers

Tractors

Mowers

Chainsaws

Brush cutters

Chippers

Mini excavators

Job description

DIRECT HIRE:

The Vegetation Manager provides leadership for daily vegetation management and landscaping operations, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. This position supervises field crews, trains and mentors new employees, coordinates schedules and equipment, and maintains strong customer relationships. The ideal candidate has a strong background in vegetation management, landscaping, right-of-way maintenance, or grounds maintenance and is willing to work alongside the crew in the field whenever needed.

Location: Raleigh, NC.

Pay Range: $75K - $80K

Schedule: M-F, 7am - 4:30pm, weekends as needed

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise daily vegetation management and landscaping operations for commercial, municipal, and utility-related projects
• Plan, assign, and monitor daily work activities to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within quality standards
• Train, mentor, and develop new employees on proper vegetation management techniques, equipment operation, safety procedures, and company expectations
• Serve as a working manager by assisting crews in the field with tree trimming, brush clearing, mowing, pruning, herbicide applications, and other vegetation management tasks as needed
• Conduct jobsite inspections to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and customer specifications
• Coordinate labor, equipment, materials, and daily schedules to maximize crew productivity and operational efficiency
• Operate and oversee the safe use of equipment, including skid steers, tractors, mowers, chainsaws, brush cutters, chippers, mini excavators, and other vegetation management equipment
• Monitor equipment condition and coordinate preventive maintenance and repairs to minimize downtime
• Communicate with customers, project managers, and property owners to provide project updates, resolve concerns, and ensure customer satisfaction
• Perform quality control inspections and address deficiencies to ensure all work meets company standards
• Maintain accurate records of daily production, labor hours, equipment usage, safety meetings, and completed work
• Assist with estimating, job planning, and identifying opportunities to improve productivity and operational performance
• Promote a positive team environment by leading through example, encouraging accountability, and fostering continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in vegetation management, landscaping, grounds maintenance, forestry, or right-of-way maintenance
• 3+ years'experience of leading field crews or serving as a foreman, supervisor, or manager
• Strong knowledge of tree trimming, brush clearing, mowing, pruning, herbicide application, and landscape maintenance practices
• Experience operating commercial landscaping and heavy equipment
• Ability to train and mentor employees while maintaining a hands-on leadership approach
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver's license (CDL preferred but not required)
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physically demanding work when necessary