Posted by Lewis Tree Service

This job was posted by https://www.vermontjoblink.com : For more information, please see: https://www.vermontjoblink.com/jobs/1223440 Hiring Bonus - $500 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 ($19.00 - $21.00 hourly) - Specialized paid training & certifications - Career advancement opportunities - Non-Union Benefits - 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 Ground person at Lewis:
- Be a participant in an innovative climbing skills training program! - Be part of a tight-knit crew working in a team environment - Perform line clearing and tree trimming duties for Lewis Tree Services utility customers including pruning trees and limbs, trimming or removal of trees as well as removing broken limbs from wires, roofs, etc. - Climb trees for manual trimming and removals in and above the power lines. - Prepare, operate and maintain all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts. - Remove limbs and brush, cleanup and dispose of debris. - Mixing and apply spray chemicals, preserving desirable vegetation - Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the working area.
Help enforce on-the-job safety practices.
What youll need:
- Ability to perform physical labor such as lifting a minimum of 50 lbs to shoulder height or more - Capable of operating two-handed equipment (chain saw, circular saw, etc.) 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 and 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 Drivers 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 e ual 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 Services practices and policies are administered in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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