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What We Offer Non-Union Benefits: * Competitive pay $65,000 - $85,000 * Employee Stock Ownership ... Lewis Tree Service is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing equal ...

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How much do union tree service jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for union tree service in Hampstead, MD is $24.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.14 and $27.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a union tree service?

A Union Tree Service is a company or organization that provides tree care and maintenance services, such as pruning, removal, and planting, with a workforce represented by a labor union. These services ensure trees are healthy, safe, and aesthetically pleasing in urban and rural environments. Union workers typically receive standardized pay, benefits, and workplace protections, reflecting collective bargaining agreements. Hiring a unionized tree service can ensure professional standards and adherence to safety regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a union tree service worker?

To thrive as a Union Tree Service Worker, you need strong knowledge of arboriculture, tree pruning and removal techniques, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with chainsaws, climbing gear, chippers, and safety certifications such as OSHA training are typically required. Physical stamina, teamwork, and attention to safety protocols are vital soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure safe, efficient tree care operations and protect both workers and property from harm.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in a union tree service role?

Professionals in union tree service roles often face challenges such as working in hazardous conditions, managing physically demanding tasks, and adhering to strict safety protocols. Weather conditions can also impact daily responsibilities, sometimes requiring quick adaptation to ensure both safety and productivity. Additionally, since union crews usually operate as close-knit teams, effective communication and collaboration are crucial for both efficiency and maintaining a safe work environment.

What is the difference between Union Tree Service vs Arborist?

AspectUnion Tree ServiceArborist
CertificationsClimbing and safety certifications, possibly union-specificISA Certified Arborist or similar credentials
Work EnvironmentTree removal, pruning, and maintenance in urban and rural settingsTree health assessment, pruning, and planting in various environments
Employer & Industry UsageEmployed by unionized tree service companies or contractorsEmployed by tree care companies, municipalities, or as independent consultants

While Union Tree Service focuses on unionized employment in tree care, Arborists are certified professionals specializing in tree health and maintenance. Both roles involve tree work, but Union Tree Service emphasizes union affiliation, whereas Arborists highlight certification and expertise in arboriculture.

Infographic showing various Union Tree Service job openings in Hampstead, MD as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,854 per year, or $24.4 per hour.

Bilingual Safety Specialist

Lewis Services

Baltimore, MD • On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

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)!  

What You’ll Do as a Safety Specialist

  • Serve as a visible leader, influencing and motivating while modeling Lewis’s Operating Principles.
  • Build and maintain strong partnerships with Operations to drive positive and continuous safety improvements.
  • Participate in morning huddles and deliver safety tailgates/safety moments to job crews.
  • Conduct worksite observations to identify potential risks and compliance with company and regulatory requirements; provide feedback to Operations Leadership.
  • Provide timely assistance and consistent interpretation of company safety policies/procedures and regulatory requirements.
  • Train and coach employees on:
    • Working safely with utility line clearance tools (saws, pruners, hanger poles, rigging tools, saddles, harnesses, aerial lifts, etc.).
    • Technical skills from fundamentals to advanced (roping and rigging, collision avoidance, climbing techniques).
    • Safety-related processes and risks (aerial rescue, electrical safety, First Aid/CPR).
  • Investigate and analyze incidents using current methods to facilitate organizational learning and build capacity to fail safely.
  • Prepare evaluations and provide summary reports and recommendations for Operations and Safety Leadership.
  • Communicate safety program needs with regional leadership.
  • Report timely and accurately to Safety and Operations Regional Leadership.
  • Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Significant travel is required, providing governance and oversight during field visits with Safety Specialists, Operations Leadership, and field crews. This role will travel within the divisional footprint including Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey and southern Pennsylvania. 


What You Bring:

  • Associate degree in a related field or equivalent combination of High School diploma/GED with safety/industry-related credentials (CUSP, CTSP, ASP, GSP, ISA Arborist) or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 1 year of experience in line clearance or related industry.
  • Knowledge of OSHA and ANSI requirements; OSHA 30 Hour or equivalent.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Bilingual (Spanish/English) is required.

Preferred:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Safety Management, Safety Engineering, or Occupational Health and Safety.
  • Minimum 1 year in a safety leadership role.
  • Experience in line clearance, ISA Arborist, or related industry.
  • Certified Tree Care Safety Professional (CTSP) – required within 1 year of hire.
  • Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Strong ability to lead teams and drive change.
  • Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills.
  • Proficiency with computers, smartphones, and MS Office Suite.
  • Knowledge of vegetation management tools, practices, and procedures.
  • Familiarity with OSHA, ANSI, DOT, and tree industry regulations and standards.

Physical Demands

Ability to:

  • Write, type, file, and organize.
  • Observe and respond to visual and oral instructions/messages.
  • Adjust quickly and efficiently from task to task.
  • Bend, reach, grasp, and organize materials.
  • Communicate clearly in a professional manner.
  • Perform in the presence of distractions or work frustrations.
  • Maintain regular and timely attendance.
  • Participate in employee and professional training events.
  • Travel 30–40% of the time, including overnight.

Continuously – Communicating, observing, documenting, traveling.
Frequently – Standing, walking, driving.
Occasionally – Bending, reaching, lifting.
Rarely – Exposure to hazardous materials.

Environmental Conditions:

  • Regularly – Field environment with exposure to outdoor elements.
  • Occasionally – Office environment, temperature extremes.
  • Rarely – Hazardous materials, air quality issues.

PPE required per OSHA and ANSI standards.

Tools & Equipment

Equipment may include:

  • Computers, phones, tablets.
  • Communication devices.
  • Safety and training equipment.
  • Utility vegetation management tools.

What We Offer

Non-Union Benefits:

  • Competitive pay $65,000 - $85,000
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
  • Paid training and certifications.
  • Health, dental, vision & HSA options.
  • 401(k) + match.
  • Paid time off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Our People Promise 

Our 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. 


Únete a una empresa que hace crecer a las personas

En Lewis, no solo podamos árboles, construimos un futuro. Como la segunda empresa más grande de gestión de vegetación para servicios públicos en América del Norte y orgullosamente propiedad de los empleados, creemos que cada persona en nuestro equipo importa. Cuando te unes a Lewis, no solo estás aceptando un trabajo, estás invirtiendo en tu futuro.

Por qué te encantará trabajar aquí

  • Disfruta del aire libre mientras trabajas en la naturaleza, ¡no atrapado detrás de un escritorio!
  • Impulsa tu carrera con nosotros; priorizamos la capacitación y las promociones internas.
  • Únete a un equipo dinámico que defiende la seguridad, valora tu opinión y fomenta un fuerte sentido de camaradería.
  • Construye tu futuro con nosotros a través de nuestro fantástico Plan de Propiedad de Acciones para Empleados (ESOP).

Lo que harás como Especialista en Seguridad (Safety Specialist)

  • Ser un líder visible que influya, motive y modele los Principios Operativos de Lewis.
  • Construir y mantener sólidas alianzas con Operaciones para impulsar mejoras continuas y positivas en seguridad.
  • Participar en reuniones matutinas (huddles) y ofrecer charlas de seguridad (“tailgates” o “safety moments”) a los equipos de trabajo.
  • Realizar observaciones en los sitios de trabajo para identificar riesgos potenciales y verificar el cumplimiento con los requisitos de la empresa y las normativas; proporcionar retroalimentación al liderazgo de Operaciones.
  • Brindar asistencia oportuna e interpretación coherente de las políticas y procedimientos de seguridad de la empresa, así como de los requisitos regulatorios.
  • Capacitar y entrenar a los empleados en:
    • Trabajo seguro con herramientas de poda y despeje de líneas eléctricas (sierras, podadoras, pértigas, equipos de izado, arneses, plataformas elevadoras, etc.).
    • Habilidades técnicas desde los fundamentos hasta niveles avanzados (manejo de cuerdas, izado, prevención de colisiones, técnicas de escalada).