What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crew Leader/ Operations Manager position at Potter Tree Care LLC?
Job Overview
This position will require you to oversee day to day operations as well as manage a crew on job sites. You will be responsible for ensuring that crews have necessary supplies to complete their work each day. You will also be leading job site operations to ensure safe, efficient work is preformed. You must have a strong background in tree care and be comfortable in all positions (ground work, aerial lift operation, and climbing).
Duties
- Manage a crew of 2-4 arborists.
- Ensure tools and supplies required for operations are in stock and operational.
- Perform tree trimming and pruning to maintain tree health and aesthetics.
- Perform tree removals as needed using best management practices.
- Work with cranes and other hydraulic equipment.
- Conduct thorough assessments of tree conditions, identifying diseases, pests, or structural issues.
- Operate bucket trucks/ tracked lifts/ climbing systems safely for high-access tree care tasks.
- Maintain equipment and tools in good working condition to ensure safety and efficiency.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in tree care, landscaping, or related fields.
- Knowledge of landscape plants including native and ornamental varieties.
- Familiarity with growing conditions for various tree species.
- Experience operating bucket truck/ tracked lift and other related equipment safely.
- In depth knowledge of MRS and/or SRS climbing systems.
- Strong understanding of arboricultural practices and principles.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physical tasks as required.
- Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with clients and team members.
- ISA certification
- Crew Leader Qualification
- CPR/ First Aid certification
- Clean driving record
- Must pass drug test and enter random drug screening program through state DOT
- CDL-A license
Join us in enhancing the beauty of our environment while ensuring the health of our trees!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Safety equipment provided
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $40