Supervisor

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.

- 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)!

As a Supervisor at Lewis Services, you'll play a critical role in developing General Forepersons (GFs), ensuring safe operations, supporting customer relationships, and maintaining high-quality work across your assigned area.

You will:

Oversee the day-to-day operational performance of General Forepersons and their crews

• Conduct weekly crew visits to coach GFs in safety leadership, project management, and job performance

• Implement and maintain the Corporate Safety Program across all assigned workgroups

• Support and participate in accident investigations, claims resolution, and safety follow-up

• Ensure all arboricultural work meets Lewis quality standards through QA/QC reviews

• Support equipment management by ensuring proper use, repairs, and preventative maintenance

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships focused on satisfaction, retention, and responsiveness

• Ensure compliance with customer contract specifications and requirements

• Maintain regular communication with the Division Manager on operational updates and customer matters

• Assist with reviewing or preparing estimates for fixed-price lump-sum bid work

• Foster relationships with potential customers as directed by leadership

• Attend internal and external training to deepen operational expertise

• Analyze job-costing reports to identify trends, cost control opportunities, and operational improvements

• Model Leadership in Action (LIA) principles and hold GFs accountable to them

• Promote the professional development, mentorship, and success of each GF reporting to you

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Division Manager or Regional Vice President

What You Bring

- High school diploma or GED

- Minimum 2 years of experience as a General Foreperson or equivalent

- Proven leadership and coaching experience

- Valid driver's license

- Excellent communication skills

- ISA certification required within one year (if applicable)

- Ability to assist with preparing fixed-price estimates

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office

- Strong servant leadership and problem-solving skills

- High integrity and strong safety-first attitude

- Preferred: Spanish bilingual, arboricultural experience, QA/QC experience

Physical Demands

Ability to:

- Sit, stand, walk, reach, and perform repetitive keystrokes regularly

- Occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, climb stairs, and lift/move up to 25 lbs.

- Walk on uneven terrain and work outdoors

- Tolerate exposure to extreme temperatures and noise

Environmental Conditions

- Frequently: Outdoor work

- Occasionally: Temperature extremes, noise

- Rarely: Hazardous materials

Tools & Equipment

- Computers, tablets, phones

- Vehicles for travel

- Standard office equipment

Non-Union Benefits:

- Competitive pay $78,000-$95,0000 plus bonus potential

- ESOP participation

- Paid training and certifications

- Health, dental, vision & HSA options

- 401(k)

- PTO and EAP

Our DEI Commitment

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 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.