Crew Leader

Wright Tree Service

289d

About The Position

Wright Tree Service provides vegetation management, storm restoration, and work planning services to utility companies and their communities across North America. Our operations are guided by a set of values: safety, integrity, excellence, teamwork, innovation, and family. Safety is always our highest value. That focus is guided by our “Brother's and Sister's Keeper” pledge to keep both ourselves and others safe. We abide by the highest ethical standards, knowing our service is critical to utilities and their customers, and we work as a team to deliver creative solutions to our clients. Finally, we are proud of our family-founded history and have worked to retain those family values in our culture since becoming employee-owned in 2002.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years' experience working on tree trimming or clearing crews.
• Possess excellent leadership skills and be able to handle stressful situations.
• Basic knowledge of trees, including identification, growth habits, and correct arboricultural techniques.
• Knowledge of the American National Standards for Tree Care Operations (ANSI Z133.1-2000).
• Basic knowledge of electrical circuits and ability to read and understand circuit maps.
• Ability to communicate professionally, both verbal and in writing.
• Enforces on-the-job safety practices.
• Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times per day.
• Ability to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather.
• Ability to write, read, and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information.
• 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.
• Must have valid commercial driver's license and be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Possesses a valid medical card to drive company vehicles 10,001 lb GVWR or GVW and greater.
• Must maintain a herbicide applicator or operator's certification and license as required.
• Must have valid First-Aid and CPR cards.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a line clearance crew and is responsible for planning daily work for crew.
• Assigns work for individual crew members and directs crew in performing work according to accepted line clearance practices.
• Adjusts to field requirements and takes independent action without close supervision.
• Recognizes poisonous plants and uses proper safeguards against them.
• Enforces safe work practices and conducts safety training in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Obtains oral or written permission from property owners to trim or remove trees and apply herbicides.
• Arranges with customer or property owner for access and explains the work that needs to be done.
• Repairs minor damages if they occur.
• Promotes and maintains good customer and public relations through effective completion of assigned work.
• Keeps accurate records, timesheets, and reports related to the performance of the crew.
• Receives and interprets tree trimming, removal, and chemical application orders.
• Responsible for the conduct of safety training of assigned personnel.
• Controls crew costs including effective use of manpower and proper work methods.
• Considers inclement weather conditions and determines when to start or stop work.
• Safeguards employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area.
• Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, etc. to protect employees and the public.
• Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
• Responsible for truck inspection and necessary repairs to tools and equipment.
• Maintains good housekeeping on truck and at worksite locations.
• Determines proper action to eliminate hazards to life and property in emergency situations.
• Trims and/or removes trees using various methods and tools.
• Loads and unloads trucks with logs, stumps, brush, and debris.
• Repairs slight damage to lawns, fences, and walks caused by tree trimming.
• Services gasoline, air, and hand-powered tools and other equipment.
• Relays hand-signals, directs traffic, drives and operates trucks and equipment as assigned.
• Trains new employees on proper procedures.
• Works around hazardous equipment and in close proximity to energized power lines.
• Works around excessive noise from machines and must wear proper personal protective equipment.
• Is exposed to all temperatures and weather; will be exposed to nature, i.e., irritating plants, biting or stinging insects, dust, etc.
• May work on rough terrain.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

• Opportunities to earn certifications.
• Leadership programs and customized training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed