Crew Leader, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Overview

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Base pay range: $22.99/hr - $35.11/hr your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

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Wright Tree Service Crew  (Grand Rapids, MN)

Hiring Immediately. $750 Sign-On Bonus Offered.

Benefits

• Union benefits and pay offered.
• Plenty of growth opportunities.
• On the job training.
• Potential overtime.
• Get paid weekly, etc.

• Supervises a line clearance crew and plans daily work for the crew.
• Assigns work for individual crew members and directs crew in performing work according to accepted line clearance practices. Adjusts to field requirements and may take independent action without close supervision.
• Recognizes poisonous plants and uses proper safeguards against them.
• Enforces safe work practices and conducts safety training in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Obtains permission from property owners to trim or remove trees and applies herbicides; coordinates access and informs about interruptions; repairs minor damages if they occur. Escalates complex situations to the General Foreperson.
• Maintains customer and public relations through effective completion of work and professional conduct of crew.
• Keeps accurate records, timesheets, and reports related to crew performance; provides reports to supervisor and Utility representatives.
• Receives and interprets orders involving drawings and symbols related to power lines, voltages, and line equipment.
• Provides safety training for assigned personnel and coordinates with client policies.
• Controls crew costs through effective use of manpower, methods, and equipment.
• Assesses weather conditions to determine start/stop times for work.
• Safeguards employees and the public; sets up barriers and directs traffic as needed; trained in tree and bucket rescue; adheres to safety rules.
• Maintains trucks and tools; requests major repairs when required; keeps work areas tidy.
• Responds to emergency situations to eliminate hazards and expedite service restoration.
• Trims/removes trees by climbing or using equipment; loads/removes debris; operates chippers as needed.
• Trains new employees on proper procedures.
• Works around hazardous equipment near energized lines and wears required PPE.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience on tree trimming or clearing crews or successful completion of applicable performance reviews.
• Excellent leadership skills; able to handle stress and multi-task.
• Basic knowledge of trees and arboricultural techniques near energized conductors.
• Knowledge of ANSI Z133.1-2000 standards.
• Basic knowledge of electrical circuits and ability to read circuit maps.
• Professional verbal and written communication with the public and colleagues.
• Enforces on-the-job safety practices and wears PPE as required.
• Ability to enter/exit vehicles repeatedly and work in various weather conditions.
• Ability to read and comprehend written and verbal instructions; professional representation of Wright Tree Service.
• Physical ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs infrequently and up to 30 lbs frequently.
• Willingness to work long hours, overtime, and be on-call during emergencies.
• Ability to operate and service tools and equipment; valid CDL may be required; pre-employment drug test may be required.
• Herbicide applicator/operator certification and CPR/First Aid as required by law and company policy.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing

Grand Rapids, MN