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At Lewis, we provide the stability of a long-standing, employee-owned
company with the progressive nature of a growing, improvement-minded
future. Were the second-largest utility vegetation management company in
North America and always growing.
Were in the people success business, we just happen to trim trees.
Why youll love being part of the Lewis Family:
- We are empowered to share our talents. We care deeply. We conquer
challenges. We respect our differences. We trust each other. We keep
each other safe. Together, we do great things.
- We offer for Non-Union positions:
- Competitive pay (\$25.00 - \$26.50 hourly)
- Specialized paid training & certifications
- Career advancement opportunities
- Affordable health insurance plans including Dental, Vision and
Health Savings Accounts
- Retirement plans including Employee stock ownership and 401(k) plan
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
We Believe
- That everyone on the team matters
- That we dont constrain workers in order to create safety, we ask
workers what they need to do work safely, reliably, and
productively.
- That workers arent the problem; workers are the problem solvers.
- That through diversity we build strength
- That being an employee-owned company (ESOP), it provides future
financial stability for our employees
- That when you join the Lewis Tree Team, your potential is unlimited
Why you\'ll love this Job:
- You love the outdoors: you enjoy varying environments/weather, not
afraid to get dirty, adventurous
- You are open to new ideas: willing to listen and observe, humble
- You are self-motivated: driven, strong work ethic, willing to do
what it takes
- You are adaptable: can think on your feet, nimble, flexible
- You are collaborative: strong people skills, able to give and
receive constructive feedback, willing to speak-up
What youll do as a Crew Foreperson at Lewis:
- Leada tight-knit crew, creatingand promotingapositiveteam
environment
- Interpret tree trimming, removal and spraying orders initiated by
General Foreman or representative of the customer
- Plan and layout daily work foryourcrew.(Consideringtime required to
complete work, clean-up time, equipment available, weather
conditions, customers 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.
- Performline clearing and tree trimmingdutiesforLewis Tree
Servicesutilitycustomersincludingpruning treetopsand limbs,trimming
or removal ofat-risk/damaged trees as well as removing broken limbs
from wires, roofs,etc.
- Climb treesand operate a bucketfor trimming and removals in and
above the power lines.
- Prepare,operateand maintainall tools and equipment including hand
tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
- Removelimbsand brush, cleanup and disposeof debris.
- Mixingand applyspray chemicals, preserving desirable vegetation
- Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the
working area.
- Enforce on-the-job safety practices.
What youll need:
- Twoyears or moreexperienceworkingas a Trimmer/Climber, working
around utilitylines.
- Ability to lead peopleincluding strong communication skills
- Knowledgeof trees including identification, growth habits and
correct arboriculture techniques for the trimming, pruning,
repairing, maintaining and removing, as applicable to workingclose
toenergized conductors.
- Experience in tree climbing, knot tying andPPE
- Understanding of drawings and symbols repr senting 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.
- Have a valid drivers 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
Our DEI Promise:
Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is key to the
success of our business. We
