Floating Safety Specialist
About The Position
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)! Responsibilities What You’ll Do as a Floating Safety Specialist As a Floating Safety Specialist at Lewis Services, you’ll: Present as a visible leader, influencing and motivating while modeling Lewis’s Operating Principles Build and maintain strong partnerships with Operations to drive positive and continuous safety improvements Participate in morning huddles and deliver safety tailgates/safety moments to job crews Conduct worksite observations to identify potential risks and compliance with company and regulatory requirements; provide feedback to operations leadership on observations Provide timely assistance and consistent interpretation of company safety policies/procedures and regulatory requirements Analyze data and provide documented reviews to Operations on areas for improvement and corrective actions Support Operations on training needs, including: Working safely with utility line clearance tools (saws, pruners, hanger poles, ropes and rigging tools, saddles, full body harnesses, aerial lifts, etc.) Technical skills from fundamentals to advanced (roping/rigging, collision avoidance, climbing techniques) Safety processes and risks (aerial rescue, electrical safety, first aid/CPR) Investigate and analyze incidents using current methods to facilitate learning, growth, and build organizational capacity to fail safely Prepare evaluations and provide summary reports and recommendations for operations and safety leadership Communicate safety program needs with regional leadership Comply with all company policies, procedures, and work rules Report timely and accurately to Safety and Operations Regional Leadership Perform all other related and necessary duties as assigned
Requirements
- Associate degree in a related field OR High School diploma/GED with safety/industry credentials (CUSP, CTSP, ASP, GSP, ISA Arborist, etc.) or equivalent work experience
- Minimum 1 year of experience in line-clearance or related industry
- Knowledge of OSHA and applicable ANSI requirements and compliance; OSHA 30 Hour or equivalent combination
- Valid driver’s license
- Leading teams and driving change
- Strong written, oral, and presentation skills
- Proficiency with computers, smartphones, and MS Office Suite
- Ability to: Write, type, file, and organize
- Observe and respond to visual and oral communication
- Adjust quickly and efficiently from task to task
- Communicate clearly in a professional manner
- Bend, reach, hold, grasp, and organize
- Perform in the presence of distractions or work frustrations
- Maintain regular and timely attendance
- Participate in employee and professional training events
- Travel locally and away from home approximately 30–40% of the time
- PPE required per OSHA and ANSI standards
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual skills or actively learning a second language are an advantage
- Knowledge of vegetation management tools, practices, and procedures (preferred)
- Familiarity with OSHA, ANSI, DOT, and tree industry regulations and standards
Responsibilities
- Present as a visible leader, influencing and motivating while modeling Lewis’s Operating Principles
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with Operations to drive positive and continuous safety improvements
- Participate in morning huddles and deliver safety tailgates/safety moments to job crews
- Conduct worksite observations to identify potential risks and compliance with company and regulatory requirements; provide feedback to operations leadership on observations
- Provide timely assistance and consistent interpretation of company safety policies/procedures and regulatory requirements
- Analyze data and provide documented reviews to Operations on areas for improvement and corrective actions
- Support Operations on training needs, including: Working safely with utility line clearance tools (saws, pruners, hanger poles, ropes and rigging tools, saddles, full body harnesses, aerial lifts, etc.) Technical skills from fundamentals to advanced (roping/rigging, collision avoidance, climbing techniques) Safety processes and risks (aerial rescue, electrical safety, first aid/CPR)
- Investigate and analyze incidents using current methods to facilitate learning, growth, and build organizational capacity to fail safely
- Prepare evaluations and provide summary reports and recommendations for operations and safety leadership
- Communicate safety program needs with regional leadership
- Comply with all company policies, procedures, and work rules
- Report timely and accurately to Safety and Operations Regional Leadership
- Perform all other related and necessary duties as assigned
Benefits
- Competitive pay $66,500 - $78,500
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Paid training and certifications
- Health, dental, vision & HSA options
- 401(k) +
- Paid time off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
