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:

　　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 offer for Union positions:

　　Specialized paid training & certifications

　　Career advancement opportunities

　　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 Equipment Operator at Lewis:

　　Be part of a tight-knit group working in a team environment.

　　Trim and/or removes trees by climbing or with aid of an aerial lift (under the direct supervision of a crew leader or qualified line clearance tree trimmer).

　　Load and unload trucks with logs, brush and debris and/or feed brush into brush chipper.

　　Use hand lines to lower limbs and equipment.

　　Use and maintain small power tools at ground level.

　　Spray stumps and brush.

　　Drive and operates trucks and Skid-steers safely.

　　Report the need for repairs of trucks and equipment to crew leader.

　　Safeguard employees and public from hazards in and around the working area. Help enforce on the job safety practices.

　　What you’ll need:

　　Must be able to perform physical labor such as lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. to shoulder height or more.

　　Must be capable of operating Skid-steers, two-handed equipment (chain saw, circular saw, and have the physical ability to endure extreme climate variances.

　　Willing and able to obtain specialized training and certifications as required, such as tree species identification, local, state and federal licenses

　　Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR cards

　　Pass a pre-employment drug test and job duty skills tests

　　Ability to obtain valid Driver’s License

　　Our DEI Promise:

　　Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is key to the success of our business. We respect the differences among us, and we leverage those differences to create an environment where all employees feel welcome and fairly treated. We seek the best solutions possible by attracting and engaging a diverse workforce where all perspectives are sought and valued.

　　Lewis Tree Service is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity for both applicants and employees. Lewis Tree Service prohibits unlawful discrimination or harassment of employees and applicants on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age (40+), religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, apprenticeship, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Lewis Tree Service’s practices and policies are administered in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.