Operations Leadership Trainee

• Learn Lewis field operations by working alongside experienced operational leaders and field teams
• Progress through Crew Leader, General Foreperson and Supervisor leadership phases
• Support safe, efficient and high-quality utility vegetation management operations
• Participate in work planning, crew and jobsite observations, safety activities and operational reviews
• Build skills to coach and support employees, communicate expectations and contribute to a positive team environment
• Learn how operational leaders manage production, customers, equipment, documentation and business results
• Partner with Operations and corporate functions including Safety, Training, Human Resources and Talent Acquisition
• Participate in internal and external technical, operational, business and leadership training
• Travel as needed for field exposure, storm response and leadership development
• Develop capabilities in people leadership, safety, production, customer partnership, business operations, compliance and territory support

• Demonstrated leadership potential and genuine interest in developing a career in field Operations
• Leadership experience from the military, school, work, athletics, community involvement or other relevant settings is valued
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, adaptable and willing to learn from hands-on field experience
• Safety-minded with sound judgment and willingness to speak up
• Organized, forward-thinking and capable of managing multiple priorities
• Comfortable working in outdoor environments and around field operations
• Valid driver’s license and eligibility to operate a vehicle on behalf of the Company
• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability and willingness to obtain relevant industry certifications as development progresses
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and terrain
• Ability to travel, including overnight or extended stays as needed
• Ability to wear required PPE in accordance with Lewis, customer, OSHA and ANSI requirements
• Ability to perform the stated physical demands, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 25 lbs.

Demonstrates leadership potential and a commitment to developing skills in field operations, safety, and customer partnership. Capable of managing multiple priorities while fostering a positive team environment and adhering to compliance and safety standards.

• Leadership Experience
• Strong Communication Skills
• Safety-Minded Approach
• Organizational Skills
• Ability to Obtain Industry Certifications

• Interpersonal Skills
• Self-Motivated
• Adaptable
• Forward-Thinking

• Valid Driver’s License
• Eligibility to Operate a Vehicle

• Utility Vegetation Management
• Field Operations
• Safety Compliance
• PPE Requirements
• Operational Reviews