Crew Leader

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Crew Leader to join our team at Lewis Tree Service. As a Crew Leader, you will be responsible for leading a tight-knit crew and creating a positive team environment. You will also be responsible for interpreting tree trimming, removal, and spraying orders, planning and laying out daily work for your crew, and performing a Pre-Job Hazard Survey at each job site.

• Lead a crew of tree trimmers and climbers in a safe and efficient manner
• Interpret tree trimming, removal, and spraying orders from General Foreman or customer representatives
• 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, and 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, clean up, and dispose of debris
• Mix 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

• 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 trimming, pruning, repairing, maintaining, and removing trees, 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, including 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
• Have a valid driver's license, CDL, and/or medical certificate required for the vehicle being operated
• Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR cards
• Pass a pre-employment drug test and job duty skills tests

Lewis Tree Service is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity for both applicants and employees. We respect the differences among us and leverage those differences to create an environment where all employees feel welcome and fairly treated. We seek the best solutions possible by attracting and engaging a diverse workforce where all perspectives are sought and valued.