Job Details

Vegetation Management Supervisor

Location: Williamston, NC
Salary: Not specified

What You’ll Do as a Supervisor I:

Some of the most important characteristics of a Lewis Services Supervisor I is a desire to learn, an ability to adapt, and a commitment to engage in safe, constructive interactions with the public and lead staff with support.  You are accountable for advancing a culture of safety and excellence while providing quality and value to our customers and clients

 

• Accountable for the operational results of General Foremen reporting to you and their crews.
• Schedule weekly crew visits with General Foreman, developing them in project management, safety leadership, reviewing underperforming jobs to develop and action plan, etc.
• Implement the Corporate Safety Program within your GF workgroups (training sessions, tailgate meetings, award programs, etc.) and hold your GFs accountable for its success.
• Work with General Foremen and Corporate Safety investigating and settling accident claims quickly, efficiently, and responsibly.
• Ensure high quality arboricultural work is being performed at all times through the QA/QC process.
• Ensure equipment repairs, preventative maintenance, and purchasing procedures are followed.
• Create and implement a communication cadence with existing customers, focused on customer satisfaction, retention, and development.
• Ensure compliance with all customers’ contract specifications and requirements.
• Maintain open communication with Division Manager on all area operational activities.
• Foster relationships with potential customers as assigned by the Regional Vice President or Division Manager.
• Understand and administer all company policies and procedures.
• Attend internal and external training courses.
• Perform all other duties assigned by the Division Manager or Regional Vice President.
• Model all Leadership in Action (LIA) principles within area of responsibility, while developing and holding GFs accountable.
• Overall responsible for the professional growth, development, and success of each GF that reports to you.
• Ability to use the job costing reports to identify operation issues (efficiency, planning, etc.), cost control issues, and trends to improve the business.

What You Bring:

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

 

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a General Foremen in vegetation management or related experience.
• Have a safety champion attitude.
• Must have a valid drivers license.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Capable of reviewing and preparing estimates for fixed price lump-sum bids.
• Basic and practicable technology knowledge including E-mail, Microsoft Office, and Smartphones.
• Able and willing to travel via ground or air transportation. Emergencies may require extended out of town stay. 
• IF REQUIRED by Territory: Must have ISA Certified Arborist and/or ISA Utility Specialist Certification and/or ISA Certified Tree Worker after one year of employment with support of the company.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

 

• Bi-lingual (Spanish) would be a plus.
• Prior customer service experience.
• Ability to identify local tree species.
• Ability to learn new programs.
• QA/QC assessment experience.
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills.

 

TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT & TOOLS:

 

• Proficient with standard office equipment i.e., computers, phones, scanner, fax, and copier.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

 

• Detail-oriented and investigative skills
• Possess effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Accurately interpret and analyze documents.
• Effectively engage and interact with operations.
• Ability to embrace change and focus on process improvements.

 

Soft Skills:

 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and training skills (both written and verbal).
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Interpersonal and collaboration skills for cross-functional teamwork.
• Agile and adaptable to fast-paced environments with moderate to high levels of stress.

 

 

Physical Demands

Ability to:

 

• Lift 25 lbs. to shoulder height or higher
• Push or pull up to 25 lbs.
• Walk or hike up to one mile on uneven terrain
• Endure extreme climate variances (e.g., severe cold to high heat and humidity)
• Hear, speak, see, and communicate effectively
• Operate two-handed tools and equipment
• Regularly: stand, walk, sit for extended periods of time, reach and perform repetitive keystrokes
• Occasionally: stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb stairs

 

Comments: You should expect variability in size, proportions, conditions, and weights of supplies, equipment, and work conditions.

 

Tools & Equipment 

Equipment may include:

 

• Computers, phones, scanner, fax, and copier
• Microsoft Office programs including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft

 

What We Offer

• Competitive pay 
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Paid training and industry certifications
• Health, dental, vision & HSA options
• 401(k) +
• Paid time off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)