Crew Leader

Wright Service•Boulder, CO

About The Position

The Crew Leader supports and coaches the crew to achieve production goals. The role identifies safety hazards, ensures compliance, and allocates and prioritizes job-site work as directed by the General Foreperson. The Crew Leader works with customers and property owners, performs and oversees tree trimming and removal, and may apply herbicides. The position works around hazardous equipment and energized power lines, and during emergencies or natural disasters may be required to remain on duty and travel outside the regular work location for the duration of the event. Travel is extensive, greater than 50%.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience working on tree-trimming or clearing crews, or successful completion of applicable skills assessments.
Excellent leadership skills and ability to handle stressful situations and multitask.
Knowledge of tree identification, growth habits, and arboricultural techniques for trimming, pruning, repairing, maintaining, and removing trees near energized conductors.
Strong customer-service and communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with the public, customers, and employees.
Knowledge of ANSI Z133.1 (current version) and ANSI A300 standards.
Ability to follow and teach company and industry safety requirements.
Knowledge of electrical circuits and ability to read and understand circuit maps.
Knowledge of OSHA electric-power generation, transmission, and distribution standards, including 29 CFR 1910.269.
Ability to determine nominal voltage, properly use insulated tools near energized parts, and distinguish exposed live parts from other electrical equipment parts.
Ability to learn quickly, follow instructions accurately, and represent Wright Tree Service professionally.
Ability to read, write, and understand written and verbal job instructions and information in English.
Ability to recognize poisonous plants and take appropriate precautions.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
Knowledge of and training in tree and bucket rescue.
Ability to operate and service required tools and equipment and work independently or as part of a group.
Valid First Aid and CPR cards, or ability to obtain them within 90 days of hire.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including bending, reaching, standing, walking, climbing, lifting, carrying, grasping, repetitive motions, and entering and exiting vehicles and equipment numerous times per day.
Ability to lift, move, and maneuver up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 30 pounds frequently; the role may also require exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and up to 50 pounds frequently or constantly to move objects.
Visual acuity sufficient for work observations, reading, and inspecting small defects or using measurement devices.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent (preferred but not required).
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license or commercial driver’s license, depending on division and customer or contract requirements, and a DOT medical card in accordance with FMCSA regulations.
Ability to drive a vehicle towing a chipper or other trailing unit to, from, or within the work area.
Herbicide application certification or equivalent, as required by Wright Tree Service and applicable laws.
Keeps informed about new equipment, specifications, standards, practices, and operating procedures.

Responsibilities

Follow and coach employees on company policies, procedures, on-the-job safety practices, approved work methods, and OSHA regulations.
Assist with safety training, pre-job briefings, crew assignments, and coaching in accordance with company policies, procedures, and customer requirements.
Use applicable herbicide equipment to treat stumps and brush, and maintain application records.
Obtain property-owner permission to trim or remove trees and apply herbicides.
Coordinate access with customers or property owners, explain the work, and advise them of potential interruptions.
Trim, remove, or fell trees using climbing equipment and work on the ground with applicable saws and tools.
Inspect work areas before starting to identify potential hazards.
Load manageable-size limbs and logs that are not suitable for wood chipping; repair minor property damage caused at job sites.
Escalate situations to the General Foreperson promptly when necessary.
Promote good customer and public relations through effective work and appropriate crew conduct.
Maintain production records and reports, including timesheets, work orders, units of work, manhours, crew assignments, and cost control.
Obtain and interpret maps and work orders for tree trimming, removals, and chemical application; understand line drawings and symbols and assist the General Foreperson with daily work assignments.
Set up warning signs, barriers, flags, and traffic-control devices; relay hand signals and direct traffic to protect workers and the public.
Coordinate with property owners, customers, and emergency personnel when streets or driveways must be blocked.
Stage and clean up tools and equipment and maintain a neat work area.
Inspect vehicles and equipment, perform routine maintenance, and report specialized maintenance needs to the General Foreperson.
During emergencies or natural disasters, help coordinate the crew’s response and determine appropriate steps to eliminate hazards and trim or remove trees.
Support Wright’s safety and employee-ownership culture; comply with applicable laws and company policies and procedures.
Maintain regular, punctual attendance at work and meetings.
Drive and operate assigned vehicles and equipment.
Work extended hours and overtime during emergencies, including holidays, weekends, and storm work, and respond to call-outs as required.