Project Manager

Wright Tree Service•Rapid City, SD

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Manager will supervise a team of General Forepersons and their crews, ensuring the proper administration, communication, and enforcement of work practices. This includes policy enforcement, quality and quantity of work production, safety practices, employee relations, and interpretation of Union Agreements. The role involves working closely with Human Resources on all aspects of crew employment, from hiring and discipline to managing leaves of absence and policy enforcement. The Project Manager will also be responsible for training and coaching employees, conducting safety training, managing daily production tasks, and maintaining accurate records and reports. Additionally, they will investigate accidents and claims, control crew costs, stay informed about new equipment and procedures, and maintain professional communication with customers, property owners, the public, and government agencies. The position requires working around hazardous equipment, in proximity to energized power lines, and in various environmental conditions, including exposure to noise, weather, and nature. The Project Manager must adhere to all Wright Tree Service manuals and materials.

Requirements

Must reside in or be willing to relocate to South Dakota or Colorado, preferably near Rapid City, SD or Colorado Springs, CO.
Must hold a valid ISA Certification or obtain certification within 30 days of hire.
Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL A) or obtain one within 30 days of hire.
Must hold a current applicable state herbicide applicator license.
Ability and willingness to travel as required - approximately 20% or more.
Has a minimum of 4-5 years’ experience working on tree trimming or clearing crews and/or has successfully completed applicable performance reviews.
Possesses excellent leadership skills and be able to handle stressful situations along with being able to multi-task.
Has a basic knowledge of trees, including identification, growth habits and correct arboricultural techniques for the trimming, pruning, repairing, maintaining and removing, as applies to working in close proximity to energized conductors.
Knows and understands the American National Standards for Tree Care Operations (ANSI Z133.1-2000).
Knows and understands the American National Standards for Proper Pruning (ANSI A300).
Has an understanding of OSHA rules and guidelines.
Experience with computers focusing on Microsoft Office products.
Has a basic knowledge of electrical circuit and must be skilled in the reading and understanding of circuit maps.
Ability to communicate professionally, both verbal and in writing, with the general public, customers, and fellow employees.
Enforces on-the-job safety practices.
Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
Needs to be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times per day.
Must be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work tasks such as rain, heat, sun, cold, snow.
Must be able to write, read, and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information.
Must be able to communicate with others and represent Wright Tree Service in a professional manner.
Possesses the 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 (including holidays, weekends, storm work) and will be subject to call-out work.
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time.
Ability to operate and service all required tools and equipment.
Has a valid driver’s license (CDL), medical card and be able to pass a pre-employment drug test as well as background check.
Has ISA Certification.
Maintains a herbicide applicator or operators certification and license as required by Wright Tree Service and local, state, and federal law.
Has a valid First-Aid and CPR cards.

Responsibilities

Supervises a team of General Forepersons and their crews, responsible for administration, communication, and enforcement of work practices, including policy enforcement, quality and quantity of work production, safety practices, employee relations, and interpretation of Union Agreements.
Works with Human Resources regarding employment for crew members, including hiring, discipline, separation of employment, leaves of absence (FMLA/ADA), and policy enforcement.
Interviews potential candidates for hire and works with Human Resources to follow proper new hire procedures, including Form I-9 and interviewing techniques.
Promotes sound relations with employees on personnel matters and exercises fair judgment in managing employee conflicts with Human Resources.
Participates in training to administer oral drug testing and understands obligations related to reasonable suspicion training.
Trains and coaches employees, evaluates performance, and provides feedback.
Conducts safety training for assigned personnel, including stand downs and tailgate trainings.
Manages daily production tasks and ensures maintenance and accuracy of all records and reports related to crew operations, providing reports on completed orders, work units, crew time, and distribution.
Furnishes reports on accidents, truck breakdowns, private property damage, and new employee feedback.
Investigates accident reports and damage claims, and may be a designated representative to settle minor damage or injury claims.
Responsible for control of crew costs, including effective use of manpower, work methods, proper trimming, and equipment operation.
Keeps informed of new equipment specifications, standard practices, and operating procedures.
Remains in contact with customers, property owners, general public, other contractors, and representatives of utilities and governmental agencies, maintaining professionalism on behalf of Wright Tree Service.
Communicates and complies with all written Wright Tree Service manuals and materials.
Works around hazardous equipment and in close proximity to energized power lines.
Works around excessive noise from machines and chainsaws, and must wear proper personal protective equipment.
Is exposed to all temperatures and weather, and to nature (irritating plants, biting or stinging insects, dust, etc.).
May work on rough terrain.
Performs other related duties as required or assigned.