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Team Leader / Foreman - Arborist

Team Leader / Foreman - Arborist

Lewis Tree ServiceWhite River Junction, VT, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Join a Company That Grows People

At Lewis, we're not just trimming trees we're building a future. As the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America and a proud employee-owned business, we believe every person on our team matters. When you join Lewis, you're not just taking a job you're investing in your future.

Why You'll Love It Here

  • Experience the great outdoors while working in nature, not stuck behind a desk!
  • Elevate your career with us we prioritize training and internal promotions!
  • Join a vibrant team that champions safety, values your feedback, and fosters a strong sense of camaraderie!
  • Shape your future with us through our fantastic Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)!

What You'll Do as a Team Leader

As a Team Leader at Lewis Services, you'll :

  • Oversee daily production requirements of assigned crews
  • Support Crew Leaders in training, coaching, and performance management
  • Ensure adherence to Lewis and customer policies
  • Handle customer and property owner complaints professionally
  • Inspect completed work for quality and compliance
  • Assist in hiring, disciplinary actions, and employee relations
  • Interpret tree trimming, removal, and spraying orders
  • Plan and lay out daily crew work
  • Enforce safe practices and recognize jobsite hazards
  • Obtain permissions from property owners and communicate work plans
  • Maintain records and reports related to crew operations
  • Support equipment maintenance and tool delivery
  • Assist in bidding work and managing crew costs
  • Maintain communication with customers, property owners, and utility reps
  • Uphold Lewis Tree Service's mission and values
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • Qualifications

    What You Bring :

  • Minimum 2 years as a Crew Leader
  • Minimum 2 years Climbing experience
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Professional demeanor and appearance
  • Willingness to travel frequently, including overnight stays
  • Computer literacy (Microsoft Office)
  • Herbicide Applicator Certification, ISA Certification (or ability to obtain)
  • Knowledge of tree species, pruning techniques, and ANSI standards
  • Completion of Crew Leader Technical Knowledge Certification
  • Understanding of electrical circuits and circuit maps
  • Valid driver's license, CDL, and medical certification
  • CPR and First Aid certification (provided by Lewis)
  • Compliance with all applicable laws and company policies
  • Physical Demands

    Ability to :

  • Lift / carry and push / pull (Rarely)
  • Sit and drive (Frequently)
  • Stand and walk (Occasionally)
  • Climb, stoop, kneel, reach, grasp, perform repetitive movements (Rarely)
  • Tree ascend / descend (Never)
  • Comments : Physical demands may vary between administrative duties and field support.

    Environmental Conditions :

    Frequently Outdoor work Occasionally Noise levels, temperature extremes Rarely Hazardous materials, air quality issues Never Confined spaces Comments : Conditions vary by region. PPE required per OSHA and ANSI standards.

    Tools & Equipment

    While Team Leaders do not operate tools, they may assist with tool support. Equipment may include :

  • Aerial lift trucks, dump trucks, ATVs
  • Chainsaws, pole saws, handsaws, chipper
  • Blowers, pruners, rakes, winches, ropes
  • Climbing gear : harness, chaps, spikes
  • Sprayers, herbicide applicators, fuel, cones, signs
  • Tablets and communication devices
  • What We Offer

    Non-Union Benefits :

  • Competitive pay
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Paid training and certifications
  • Health, dental, vision & HSA options
  • 401(k) +
  • Paid time off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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