Operations Manager

SavATree • Fort Worth, TX

3h • Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Manager is the branch leader responsible for logistics, operational proficiency, and safety. You will manage the branch’s day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency, employee engagement, and profitability. This role includes hiring, mentoring, and developing field personnel while enforcing SavATree’s policies and procedures to deliver high-quality service and maintain operational excellence. SavATree was founded 45 years ago with a mission to preserve trees threatened by the gypsy moth epidemic. Since then, we have grown into a nationwide leader in tree, shrub, and lawn care services. Unlike companies that focus on removal, our work is rooted in preservation and care. We are a values-driven organization built on teamwork, integrity, respect, and a commitment to making a positive impact. When you join us, you’ll find a collaborative, competitive, and caring environment where your contributions matter. As we like to say: When you work here, you thrive here.

Requirements

• A desire to grow, loves problem-solving, process improvement, and taking initiative.
• Minimum of two years of management experience.
• Degree in Business Management, Arboriculture, Forestry, Environmental Sciences, or equivalent experience.
• Enthusiastic leader with the ability to mentor and develop others.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated with the responsibility and independence to work autonomously.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Must be authorized to lawfully work in the U.S.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator license in the state where your branch is located, with required categories typically including Shade Trees, Ornamentals, Turf, and any additional categories mandated by your state to perform the services offered by your branch, within one year of your hire date.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage branch logistics, including scheduling field personnel and equipment, managing inventory, and overseeing equipment repair and maintenance.
• Hire, train, mentor, and develop field teams to ensure high performance, safety, and customer satisfaction.
• Monitor branch operations and financial performance, maintaining accurate reporting of profits and losses.
• Implement and oversee safety protocols, ensuring compliance and fostering an employee-led safety culture.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies to maximize branch productivity.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience, with opportunities for growth as you expand your skills and certifications.
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Leadership, safety, and operational management training.
• Continuing education opportunities.
• Work alongside skilled branch and field teams in a culture focused on safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Access to modern equipment, resources, and technology to effectively manage operations and grow your expertise.
• Extensive training and development opportunities to support your growth and continuing education.
• Collaborative environment where you can connect with experts and share knowledge.
• Opportunity to advance both your operational knowledge and career within the company.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager