Crew Leader (Crew Foreperson)
On-siteConcord, North Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Oversee daily tree crew operations for utility vegetation management, ensuring safe and efficient tree trimming and line clearing. Supervise crew members through training, onboarding, coaching, and performance monitoring while planning tasks based on individual skills. Conduct field briefings, enforce safety standards, and identify hazards to implement safeguards like barriers and warning signs. Direct tree trimming and removal near energized lines using climbing or aerial lift techniques while operating equipment such as trucks, chippers, and power saws. Interpret work orders and utility drawings to coordinate jobsite activities and maintain clean vehicles and work areas. Communicate with property owners to secure access and promote positive relationships with customers and utility representatives. Respond to emergency situations to eliminate hazards and assist in service restoration, traveling frequently including overnight stays as required.
Required Qualifications
- At least 3 years of experience in a tree crew or in utility vegetation management
- Strong knowledge and understanding of the ANSI Z133 Safety Requirements and A300 Pruning Standards for arboricultural operations
- Proficient in the identification of poisonous plants
- Proficiency in electrical circuit basics and interpreting circuit maps
- Advanced in tree ascent/descent using ropes and a safety saddle, and skilled in aerial lift operations
- Crew Leader Technical Knowledge and Skills Certification (or ability to complete)
- Valid driver's license, CDL (as needed), and required medical certification
- Acquire and keep the required training and licenses for the safe and proper use of herbicides
- CPR and First Aid certified (provided by Lewis)
- Strong leadership, effective communication, and decision-making skills
- Ensure compliance with all applicable state, local, and federal regulations
- Ability to: Lift 50 lbs. to shoulder height or higher
- Ability to: Push or pull up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to: Walk or hike up to one mile on uneven terrain
- Ability to: Endure extreme climate variances (e.g., severe cold to high heat and humidity)
- Ability to: Hear, speak, see, and communicate effectively
- Ability to: Operate two-handed tools and equipment
- Ability to: Maintain skill in tree ascent and descent
- Ability to: Work and maneuver at considerable heights during adverse weather conditions
- Ability to: Continuously – Standing, Walking, Handling/Grasping, Repetitive Movements
- Ability to: Frequently - Lifting/Carrying, Pushing/Pulling, Stooping/Kneeling, Reaching, Tree Ascending/Descending
- Ability to: Occasionally – Driving, Climbing Stairs/Ladders
- Travel frequently, including overnight stays, as required
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