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Lewis Tree Service Arborist - Crew Foreperson in Inwood, West Virginia

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At Lewis, we provide the stability of a long-standing, employee-owned company with the progressive nature of a growing, improvement-minded future. We're the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America... and always growing. We're in the people success business, we just happen to trim trees. Why you'll love being part of the Lewis Family: We are empowered to share our talents. We care deeply. We conquer challenges. We respect our differences. We trust each other. We keep each other safe. Together, we do great things. We offer for Non-Union positions: Competitive pay Specialized paid training & certifications. Career advancement opportunities Affordable health insurance plans including Dental, Vision and Health Savings Accounts Retirement plans including Employee stock ownership and 401(k) plan. Paid time off Employee assistance program We Believe... That everyone on the team matters That we don't constrain workers in order to create safety, we ask workers what they need to do work safely, reliably, and productively. That workers aren't the problem; workers are the problem solvers. That through diversity we build strength That being an employee-owned company (ESOP), it provides future financial stability for our employees. That when you join the Lewis Tree Team, your potential is unlimited. Why you'll love this Job: You love the outdoors: you enjoy varying environments/weather, not afraid to get dirty, adventurous. You are open to new ideas: willing to listen and observe, humble. You are self-motivated: driven, strong work ethic, willing to "do what it takes." You are adaptable: can think on your feet, nimble, flexible. You are collaborative: strong people skills, able to give and receive constructive feedback, willing to speak-up What you'll do as a Crew Foreperson at Lewis: Lead a tight-knit crew, creating and promoting a positive team environment. Interpret tree trimming, removal and spraying orders initiated by General Foreman or representative of the customer. Plan and layout daily work for your crew. (Considering time required to complete work, clean-up time, equipment available, weather conditions, customer's permission, etc.) Perform a Pre-Job Hazard Survey at each job site with all crew members and assigns work tasks based on an individual's knowledge skills and abilities. Perform line clearing and tree trimming duties for Lewis Tree Service's utility customers including pruning treetops and limbs, trimming or removal of at-risk/damaged trees as well as removing broken limbs from wires, roofs, etc. Climb trees and operate a bucket for trimming and removals in and above the power lines. Prepare, operate, and maintain all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts. Remove limbs and brush, cleanup and dispose of debris. Mixing and apply spray chemicals, preserving desirable vegetation. Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the working area. Enforce on-the-job safety practices. What you'll need: Tree years or more experience working as a manual Trimmer/Climber, working around utility lines. Two years of experience working as... For full info follow application link.

Lewis Tree Service, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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