Urban Forestry Crew Chief
About The Position
In pursuit of its mission to restore, enhance and protect the tree canopy of the nation’s capital, Casey Trees (CT) delivers a broad base of programs and services to the DC Metro area. The organization plants more than 6,500 trees each year grown at our own nursery; cares and maintains those trees; conserves greenspace; conducts school and community-based youth STEM programming; and advocates for stronger policies and laws to preserve trees across the area. Casey Trees emphasizes innovative solutions and working with diverse partners to advance and promote tree canopy solutions that meet the needs of the communities that we serve. Summary The Crew Chief executes the day-to-day operations for all tree planting, care and related activities in the Tree Planting Department, including the management/oversight of Tree Planting Crew members and their daily tasks. The position is also responsible for use, maintenance, inventory and management of all vehicles, tools and equipment. The Crew Chief reports to the Urban Forestry Manager and interfaces with members of other departments in the execution of their work. The incumbent maintains a general knowledge of best practices in horticulture, forestry, and urban forestry in order to achieve the mission of Casey Trees.
Requirements
- One (1) year of work experience in horticulture, landscaping, forestry, urban forestry or related field
- Valid driver’s license with clean driving record and experience and ability to safely drive work vehicles including a pickup truck and trailer
- Good communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Professional demeanor and the ability to interact and work with a variety of audiences
- Ability to work both independently as well as in a team environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook
Nice To Haves
- Two (2) years of supervisory experience managing field crews of diverse backgrounds and skill levels
- Arborists’ certification from the International Society of Arboriculture
Responsibilities
- Directs and evaluates work outputs of tree planting crews
- Ensures adherence to organizational policies and procedures including, but not limited to: attendance, timeliness, conduct, professionalism, appearance, customer service, etc.
- Supports the UFM with personnel management including, but not limited to: onboarding, training, performance evaluation, timesheets, critical feedback and discipline
- Promotes a safety culture by coordinating staff trainings and eliminating/controlling hazardous conditions resulting from human error, equipment and machine operations that may lead to human injury and/or property damage
- Selects, delivers, plants, prunes, inventories, waters, and cares for trees
- Operates trucks, trailers, heavy machinery, and hand and power tools in a safe manner
- Conducts regular vehicle, equipment and tool maintenance, including office, landscape and grounds upkeep, as directed
- Provides exceptional customer service for internal and external stakeholders
- Assists with tree procurement activities including sourcing, invoicing, deliveries, inventory and reconciliation
- Provides logistical support during trainings, classes, workshops, tours, demonstrations, etc.
- Collaborates across the organization
- Connects people to trees
- Performs other duties, as requested
Benefits
- Full benefits including health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance as well as a flexible spending account (FSA), paid holidays, paid time off, and a retirement plan 403 (b).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
