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Hiring Bonus - \$800 Non CDL or \$1000 with CDL

At Lewis, we provide the stability of a long-standing, employee-owned company with the progressive nature of a growing, improvement-minded future. Were the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America and always growing.

Were in the people success business, we just happen to trim trees.

Why youll 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 (\$25.00 - \$26.50 hourly)
• 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 dont constrain workers in order to create safety, we ask workers what they need to do work safely, reliably, and productively.
• That workers arent 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 youll do as a Crew Foreperson at Lewis:

• Leada tight-knit crew, creatingand promotingapositiveteam environment
• Interpret tree trimming, removal and spraying orders initiated by General Foreman or representative of the customer
• Plan and layout daily work foryourcrew.(Consideringtime required to complete work, clean-up time, equipment available, weather conditions, customers 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.
• Performline clearing and tree trimmingdutiesforLewis Tree Servicesutilitycustomersincludingpruning treetopsand limbs,trimming or removal ofat-risk/damaged trees as well as removing broken limbs from wires, roofs,etc.
• Climb treesand operate a bucketfor trimming and removals in and above the power lines.
• Prepare,operateand maintainall tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Removelimbsand brush, cleanup and disposeof debris.
• Mixingand applyspray chemicals, preserving desirable vegetation
• Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the working area.
• Enforce on-the-job safety practices.

What youll need:

• Twoyears or moreexperienceworkingas a Trimmer/Climber, working around utilitylines.

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Our DEI Promise:

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and I