Foreman - Crew Leader Arborist

Grand Rapids MI

Description

You have a passion for tree work and growing your leadership skills. We want to help grow that passion with career opportunities, supportive leadership, and a dedication to safety. We’re the second-largest vegetation management company in North America… and always growing. But really, we’re in the people success business, we just happen to trim trees. Who you are… - Open-Minded: open to new ideas, willing to listen and observe, humble - Love the Outdoors: enjoys varying environments/weather, not afraid to get dirty, adventurous - Self-Motivated: driven, strong work ethic, willing to “do what it takes” - Adaptable: can think on your feet, nimble, flexible - Collaborative: strong people skills, able to give and receive constructive feedback, willing to speak-up What you’ll do: - Lead a tight-knit crew, creating and promoting a positive team environment - Interpret tree trimming, removal, and spraying orders initiated by General Foreman or representative of the customer - Plan and layout daily work for your crew. (Considering time required to complete work, clean-up time, equipment available, weather conditions, customer’s permission, etc.) - Perform a Pre-Job Hazard Survey at each job site with all crew members and assigns work tasks based on an individual's knowledge skills and abilities. - Perform line clearing and tree trimming duties for Lewis Tree Service’s utility customers including pruning treetops and limbs, trimming or removal of at-risk/damaged trees as well as removing broken limbs from wires, roofs, etc. - Climb trees and operate a bucket for trimming and removals in and above the power lines. - Prepare, operate and maintain all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts. - Remove limbs and brush, cleanup, and dispose of debris. - Mixing and apply spray chemicals, preserving desirable vegetation - Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the working area. Enforce on-the-job safety practices. What you’ll need: - Two years or more experience working as a Trimmer/Climber, working around utility lines. - Ability to lead people including strong communication skills - Knowledge of trees including identification, growth habits, and correct arboriculture techniques for the trimming, pruning, repairing, maintaining, and removing, as applicable to working close to energized conductors. - Experience in tree climbing, knot tying, and PPE - Understanding of drawings and symbols representing types of lines, voltage, line equipment, etc. - Ability to perform physical labor such as lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. to shoulder height or more.  - Capable of operating two-handed equipment (chain saw, circular saw, etc.) and have the physical ability to endure extreme climate variances.  - Willing and able to obtain specialized training and certifications as required, such as: - Local, state, and federal licenses - First Aid and CPR cards - Pass a pre-employment drug test and job duty skills tests - Active Driver's License - CDL is a plus! We offer… - Specialized paid training & certifications - Career advancement opportunities - Health insurance plans - Paid time off - Employee stock ownership plan - Retirement & savings plans options - Employee assistance program Lewis Tree Service is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Learn more about this role and apply to join us today at