General Foreperson

Posted 8 days ago

lewisNorwalk (CT)

First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers Support Activities for Forestry

SENIORITY

Senior

SALARY

$72,000 - $84,000 per year

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About the role

General Foreperson Join a company that grows people. At Lewis, we're not just trimming trees we're building a future. As the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America and a proud employee-owned business, we believe every person on our team matters. When you join Lewis, you're not just taking a job you're investing in your future.

Why You'll Love It Here: Experience the great outdoors while working in nature, not stuck behind a desk! Elevate your career with us we prioritize training and internal promotions! Join a vibrant team that champions safety, values your feedback, and fosters a strong sense of camaraderie! Shape your future with us through our fantastic Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)!

Responsibilities:

What You'll Do as a General Foreperson
Lead and manage Forepersons and Assistant General Forepersons
Plan and oversee production, bid new work, and meet revenue targets
Collaborate with utility foresters/inspectors to clarify specs and address issues
Visit job sites, review hazard surveys, and enforce safety practices
Ensure employees receive proper training and performance feedback
Identify and develop high-potential employees for leadership roles
Maintain records for man hours, equipment, materials, incidents, permits, and more
Coordinate with Corporate on timekeeping, billing, recruiting, and employee relations
Take a lead role in safety for employees, customers, and the public
Promote a positive team environment and strong customer relationships

Qualifications

What You Bring:

High school diploma or equivalent
Leadership experience in utility line clearance (Foreperson or Asst. General Foreperson level)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of tree identification, growth habits, and arboriculture techniques
Understanding of utility drawings, voltage, and line equipment
Ability to lift 50 lbs. to shoulder height or more
Computer proficiency (Microsoft Word and Excel)
Valid driver's license, CDL, and medical certificate (as required)
Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certifications
Ability to pass pre-employment drug and skills tests
Physical Demands
Ability to:
Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Walk or hike on uneven terrain
Endure extreme climate conditions
Hear, speak, see, and communicate effectively
Operate tools and equipment
Sit, stand, climb, kneel, and perform repetitive movements
Continuously Outdoor work, walking, handling tools Frequently Temperature extremes Occasionally Noise levels Rarely Hazardous materials, air quality issues Never Confined spaces
Environmental Conditions
Continuously Outdoor work Frequently Temperature extremes Occasionally Noise levels Rarely Hazardous materials, air quality issues Never Confined spaces
Comments: Conditions vary by region. PPE required per OSHA and ANSI standards.
Tools & Equipment
Equipment may include:
Aerial lift trucks, dump trucks, ATVsChainsaws, pole saws, handsaws, chipper
Blowers, pruners, rakes, winches, ropes
Climbing gear: harness, chaps, spikes
Sprayers, herbicide applicators, fuel, cones, signs
Tablets and communication devices
What We OfferNon-Union Benefits:
Competitive pay ($72,000-84,000 annually)
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Paid training and certifications
Health, dental, vision & HSA options 401(k) +Paid time off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

People PromiseOur People PromiseOur commitment to Our People is key to the success of our business. We respect the differences between 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 out 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 based on 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 under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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