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LEWIS TREE SERVICE INC. Crew Team Leader in Elizabeth City, North Carolina
Description 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 Team Leader at Lewis: 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 any customer or homeowner complaints. Communicates daily with General Foreman on crew activity, equipment problems, and safety or any other pertinent issues. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor. Conducts self in manner consistent with the Mission and Values of the Company. What you'll need: A minimum of two years' experience as a Crew Leader, or equivalent. 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 be able to obtain 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 and ability to read maps. Must by physically able to walk utility lines, both on and off the road. Have a valid driver's lice