Crew Team Leader- Equipment Operator at Lewis Tree Service, Inc. in Atlantic City, New Jersey

Job Description:

You have a passion for tree work and growing your leadership skills. We want to help grow that passion with career opportunities, supportive leadership and a dedication to safety.

We're the second-largest vegetation management company in North America... and always growing. But really, we're in the people success business, we just happen to trim trees.

Who you are...
*Open-Minded: open to new ideas, willing to listen and observe, humble
*Love the Outdoors: enjoys varying environments/weather, not afraid to get dirty, adventurous
*Self-Motivated: driven, strong work ethic, willing to "do what it takes"
*Adaptable: can think on your feet, nimble, flexible
*Collaborative: strong people skills, able to give and receive constructive feedback, willing to speak-up

What You Will Need:
* A minimum of two years experience as a Crew Leader.
* Have a valid drivers license, CDL and/or medical certificate required for the vehicle being operated.
* Must demonstrate ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, with general public, customers, fellow employees, supervisors and corporate personnel.
* Must have met all qualifications of a Crew Leader.
* Must be well groomed and professionally dressed.
* Must be willing to travel which may include overnight stays.
* Must have and maintain a Herbicide Applicators or Operators Certification license, ISA certification and/ or other certifications as required by the job.
* Understand that hours of service will typically exceed that of a Crew Leader.
* Must be computer literate.
* Must by physically able to walk utility lines, both on and off the road.

What You will do:
* Responsibility for daily production requirements of assigned crews.
* Provides General Foreman or other designee with accurate payroll and revenue information of assigned crews.
* Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency in the positive enforcement of the company's and customer's policies, procedures, and daily work requirements.
* Observes, supports, and provides guidance to Crew Leaders in achieving maximum results in operational priorities.
* Oversees all OSHA and ANSI Standards as well as all company safety and personnel policies.
* Assists the General Foreman with equipment repairs and the scheduling of Preventive Maintenance.
* Assists the General Foreman in the bidding of work.
* Obtains necessary permissions for crews to begin work.
* Contacts local officials or departments to ensure smooth flow of work.
* Promptly and professionally handles and customer or homeowner complaints.
* Communicates daily with General Foreman on crew activity, equipment problems, and safety or any other pertinent issues.
* Have a valid driver's license, CDL and/or medical certificate as required for the vehicle being operated.
* Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
* Conducts self in manner consistent with the Mission and Values of the Company.

We offer...

• Specialized paid training & certifications


• Career advancement opportunities


• Health insurance plans


• Paid time off


• Employee stock ownership plan


• Retirement & savings plans options


• Employee assistance program