Crew Leader/Foreman - Arborist

Crew LeaderForeman - Arborist at Lewis Services in Rutland, Vermont, United States 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 Crew Leader You will oversee and manage a crew performing utility vegetation management, ensuring safe and efficient tree trimming and line clearing operations for the utility and other customers. Supervise daily tree crew operations and ensure safe, efficient work practices, including training, onboarding, coaching, discipline, and ensure high-quality and efficient job performance. Plan and assign tasks based on crew members' skills and job requirements. Monitor and evaluate crew performance, including new hires, for training, promotion, and disciplinary actions. Maintain up-to-date contact information for all crew members and report any availability or fitness-for-duty concerns to the General Foreman. Conduct field training, retraining, and job briefings to ensure crew readiness. Enforce safety standards and company policies, report unsafe conditions or incidents immediately. Identify jobsite hazards and implement safeguards such as barriers and warning signs. Make decisions regarding work slowdown due to weather or safety concerns. Perform and direct tree trimming, removal, and clearance near energized lines using climbing or aerial lift techniques. Operate and oversee use of equipment, including trucks, chippers, aerial lifts, and power saws. What We Offer

Non-Union Benefits:

Competitive pay ($26-30hour) Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Paid training and industry certifications Health, dental, vision & HSA options 401(k) + Paid time off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and