Tree Crew Supervisor

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Crew Leader to join our team at Wright Tree Service. As a Crew Leader, you will be responsible for supervising a line clearance crew and planning daily work for the crew.

• Supervise a line clearance crew and plan daily work for the crew.
• Assign work for individual crew members and direct the crew in performing work according to accepted line clearance practices.
• Recognize poisonous plants and use proper safeguards against them.
• Enforce safe work practices and conduct safety training in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Obtain oral or written permission from property owners to trim or remove trees and apply herbicides.
• Promote and maintain good customer and public relations through the effective completion of assigned work and the appropriate behavior of employees on the crew.
• Keep accurate records, timesheets, and reports related to the performance of the crew.
• Receive and interpret tree trimming, removal, and chemical application orders initiated by a General Foreperson or Utility.
• Responsible for the conduct of safety training of assigned personnel in accordance with good safety training procedures.
• Responsible for controlling crew costs, including effective use of manpower, proper work methods, and operation of equipment.
• Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area.
• Responsible for truck inspection, proper working conditions, and necessary repairs to tools, trucks, and other work equipment.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

• Minimum of 3 years experience working on tree trimming or clearing crews.
• Excellent leadership skills and ability to handle stressful situations.
• Basic knowledge of trees, including identification, growth habits, and correct arboricultural techniques.
• Knowledge of electrical circuits and ability to read and understand circuit maps.
• Ability to communicate professionally with the general public, customers, and fellow employees.
• Enforces on-the-job safety practices.
• Ability to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Ability to lift, move, and maneuver up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis and up to 30 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Ability to work long hours and overtime during emergencies.
• Ability to operate and service all required tools and equipment.
• Valid commercial driver's license (dependent on Division and utility/contract requirements).
• Valid medical card to drive company vehicles 10,001 lb GVWR or GVW and greater.
• Valid First-Aid and CPR cards.