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Lewis Tree Service

Tree and Vegetation Specialist

Rutland, VT · On-site

$18.50 - $24/hr

Ability to read, write, and understand English * Valid driver's license (CDL preferred) * CPR/First ... Never - Tree Ascending/Descending (Groundperson and Pesticide Technician roles only) Comments: You ...

MOSS LANDSCAPING, INC.

Irrigation Technician

Houston, TX · On-site

$17 - $22/hr

Testing the soil and vegetation to determine irrigation needs.Mapping out areas for irrigation ... Ability to ready blue prints and drawingsAbility to understand and follow verbal and written ...

NTG Staffing

Environmental Field Technician

Carlsbad, NM · On-site

$15.75 - $21/hr

This is a field-forward position based in Midland, TX or Carlsbad, NM, supporting vegetation ... The ideal candidate has strong plant identification, field ecology, GIS, and technical writing ...

Lewis Services

Spray Technician

Norwalk, CT · On-site

$23.38/hr

As the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America and a proud employee ... The ability to read, write, and understand English. * Valid driver's license (CDL preferred) * CPR ...

Lewis Tree Service

Spray Technician

Rutland, VT · On-site

$21 - $26/hr

Identify target vegetation and select appropriate treatment methods and chemicals. * Monitor ... The ability to read, write, and understand English. * Valid driver's license (CDL preferred) * CPR ...

Lewis Services

Spray Technician

Springfield, MA · On-site

$23.38/hr

As the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America and a proud employee ... The ability to read, write, and understand English. * Valid driver's license (CDL preferred) * CPR ...

Lewis Services

Spray Technician

Dover, NH · On-site

$22.64 - $25.48/hr

As the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America and a proud employee ... The ability to read, write, and understand English. * Valid driver's license (CDL preferred) * CPR ...

Lewis Services

Spray Technician

New London, CT · On-site

$23.38/hr

As the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America and a proud employee ... The ability to read, write, and understand English. * Valid driver's license (CDL preferred) * CPR ...

Lewis Tree Service

Spray Technician

Springfield, MA · On-site

$23.38/hr

Identify target vegetation and select appropriate treatment methods and chemicals. * Monitor ... The ability to read, write, and understand English. * Valid driver's license (CDL preferred) * CPR ...

Lewis Tree Service

Spray Technician

Worcester, MA · On-site

$23.38/hr

Identify target vegetation and select appropriate treatment methods and chemicals. * Monitor ... The ability to read, write, and understand English. * Valid driver's license (CDL preferred) * CPR ...

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Tree and Vegetation Specialist

Claremont, NH • On-site

Lewis Tree Service
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$19 - $25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Overview
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)!
  • $500-$800 sign-on bonus for new employees

Responsibilities
What You'll Do as a Tree and Vegetation Specialist:
As a Tree and Vegetation Specialist, you will support Lewis Tree Service's utility vegetation management operations - including tree trimming, ground support, and herbicide and pesticide treatments - to maintain clearance along utility rights-of-way and ensure reliable service for our customers.
  • Ground-level and aloft tree pruning, felling, and vegetation removal to maintain clearance around power lines and equipment (climbing or aerial lift work under supervision and training)
  • Clear vegetation and debris from job sites - lift logs, drag brush, and similar tasks
  • Operate chainsaws, chippers, blowers, pruners, and other hand and power tools; use handlines to lower limbs and equipment
  • Assist climbers by spotting from the ground, handing up tools, and using hand lines; assist with rigging and felling of trees
  • Mix and apply herbicides, pesticides, and other chemicals according to label directions and formulas
  • Operate spray equipment, including truck-mounted sprayers, backpack sprayers, boom sprayers, and handheld applicators
  • Identify target vegetation and select appropriate treatment methods and chemicals
  • Monitor weather conditions, wind speed, and environmental factors to ensure safe and effective application
  • Calibrate spray equipment and adjust nozzles, pressure, and flow rates for proper coverage
  • Inspect, clean, and perform routine maintenance on spray equipment and other tools
  • Maintain accurate records of chemical applications, quantities used, and areas treated in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
  • Set up traffic control zones and direct traffic when needed
  • Support job site safety by spotting, assisting climbers, and communicating hazards; safeguard colleagues and the public from hazards in and around the work area
  • Communicate with property owners, customers, and the public regarding vegetation management activities
  • Maintain clean, organized trucks and job sites
  • Participate in safety briefings and follow all company safety protocols
  • Drive and operate trucks and specialized equipment (certification required)
  • Assist with vegetation assessments and site surveys as needed
  • Travel frequently for work, including potential overnight stays, to different job sites
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable state, local, and federal regulations

Qualifications
What You Bring:
  • Basic knowledge of tree species and arboriculture pruning techniques
  • Ability to perform work at heights and use climbing gear or aerial lifts
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a state-issued pesticide or herbicide applicator license
  • Strong commitment to safety and environmental stewardship
  • Ability to follow herbicide labels, application guidelines, and safety procedures accurately
  • Attention to detail when mixing, measuring, and applying chemicals
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
  • Reliable attendance, punctuality, and professional conduct on job sites
  • Ability to read, write, and understand English
  • Valid driver's license (CDL preferred)
  • CPR/First Aid certification (provided by Lewis)
  • Herbicide applicator certification (or ability to complete and maintain)
  • Team player attitude, adaptability, and a strong work ethic
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable state, local, and federal regulations

Physical Demands:
Ability to:
  • Lift 50 lbs. to shoulder height or higher
  • Push or pull up to 50 lbs.
  • Walk or hike up to one mile on uneven terrain
  • Endure extreme climate variances (e.g., severe cold to high heat and humidity)
  • Hear, speak, see, and communicate effectively
  • Operate two-handed tools and equipment
  • Progress skill in tree ascent and descent
  • Work and maneuver at considerable heights during adverse weather conditions

Continuously - Standing, Walking, Handling/Grasping, Repetitive Movements.
Frequently - Lifting/Carrying, Pushing/Pulling, Stooping/Kneeling, Reaching/Tree Ascending-Descending.
Occasionally - Driving, Climbing Stairs/Ladders.
Rarely - Sitting, Operating.
Never - Tree Ascending/Descending (Groundperson and Pesticide Technician roles only)
Comments: You should expect variability in size, proportions, conditions, and weights of supplies, equipment, and work conditions.
Environmental Conditions:
Continuously - Outdoor work
Occasionally - Noise Levels
Frequently - Extreme Temperatures
Rarely - Contact with hazardous materials or air quality issues
Never - Confined Spaces
Comments: You should expect variability based on regional weather patterns. Personal protective equipment is required to be worn by OSHA and ANSI.
Tools & Equipment:
Equipment may include:
  • Aerial lift trucks, dump trucks, ATVs, and spray trucks with mounted tank systems
  • Chainsaws, pole saws, handsaws, chippers, blowers, pruners, pole pruners, rakes, winches, and ropes
  • Climbing gear: harness, chaps, spikes
  • Backpack sprayers, handheld sprayers, boom sprayers, calibration equipment, measuring devices, and mixing tanks
  • Personal protective equipment (PPE): respirators, gloves, eye protection, chemical-resistant clothing
  • GPS units, tablets, and communication devices for work order management and record-keeping
  • Fuel, cones, and traffic control signs

What We Offer
Non-Union Benefits
  • Competitive pay ($21.00-$30.00/hour)
  • Sign-on bonus: $500-$800 for new employees
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Paid training and industry certifications
  • Health, dental, vision & HSA options
  • 401(k) +
  • Paid time off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

People Promise
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.
Spanish Posting
Únase a una empresa que fomenta el crecimiento de las personas
En Lewis, no solo podamos árboles, construimos un futuro. Como la segunda empresa de mayor tamaño de gestión de servicios y vegetación en Norteamérica y una orgullosa empresa propiedad de sus empleados, creemos que cada persona de nuestro equipo es importante. Cuando se incorpora a Lewis, no solo comienza un trabajo, invierte en su futuro.
Por qué le encantará trabajar aquí
  • ¡Experimente un maravilloso entorno al aire libre mientras trabaja en la naturaleza, no quede atrapado detrás de un escritorio!
  • Eleve su carrera profesional con nosotros. ¡Priorizamos la capacitación y las promociones internas!
  • ¡Únase a un equipo vibrante que es pionero en seguridad, valora su opinión y fomenta un fuerte sentido de la camaradería!
  • ¡Forme su futuro con nosotros a través de nuestro fantástico Plan de Propiedad de Acciones para Empleados (ESOP)!
  • Bono de contratación de $500-$800 para nuevos empleados.

Lo Que Harás como Especialista en Árboles y Vegetación:
Como Especialista en Árboles y Vegetación, apoyarás las operaciones de gestión de vegetación para servicios públicos de Lewis Tree Service, incluyendo poda de árboles, apoyo en tierra y tratamientos con herbicidas y pesticidas, para mantener el despeje a lo largo de los derechos de paso de las empresas de servicios públicos y garantizar un servicio confiable para nuestros clientes.
  • Poda, tala y remoción de vegetación tanto a nivel del suelo como en altura para mantener el despeje alrededor de líneas eléctricas y equipos (trabajos de escalada o con plataforma elevadora bajo supervisión y capacitación).
  • Retirar vegetación y escombros de los lugares de trabajo: levantar troncos, arrastrar ramas y realizar tareas similares.
  • Operar motosierras, trituradoras de ramas, sopladoras, podadoras y otras herramientas manuales y eléctricas; utilizar cuerdas de maniobra para bajar ramas y equipos.
  • Asistir a los escaladores desde el suelo, entregando herramientas, utilizando cuerdas de maniobra y colaborando en el aparejo y la tala de árboles.
  • Mezclar y aplicar herbicidas, pesticidas y otros productos químicos de acuerdo con las instrucciones de la etiqueta y las fórmulas establecidas.
  • Operar equipos de pulverización, incluidos pulverizadores montados en camiones, mochilas pulverizadoras, pulverizadores de barra y aplicadores manuales.
  • Identificar la vegetación objetivo y seleccionar los métodos de tratamiento y productos químicos apropiados.
  • Monitorear las condiciones climáticas, la velocidad del viento y los factores ambientales para garantizar una aplicación segura y eficaz.
  • Calibrar los equipos de pulverización y ajustar las boquillas, la presión y el caudal para lograr una cobertura adecuada.
  • Inspeccionar, limpiar y realizar el mantenimiento rutinario de los equipos de pulverización y otras herramientas.
  • Mantener registros precisos de las aplicaciones químicas, las cantidades utilizadas y las áreas tratadas, de conformidad con las regulaciones federales, estatales y locales.
  • Instalar zonas de control de tráfico y dirigir el tránsito cuando sea necesario.
  • Apoyar la seguridad en el lugar de trabajo vigilando el área, asistiendo a los escaladores y comunicando los riesgos; proteger a los compañeros de trabajo y al público de los peligros dentro y alrededor del área de trabajo.
  • Comunicarse con propietarios de propiedades, clientes y el público en relación con las actividades de gestión de vegetación.
  • Mantener los camiones y los lugares de trabajo limpios y organizados.
  • Participar en reuniones de seguridad y cumplir con todos los protocolos de seguridad de la empresa.
  • Conducir y operar camiones y equipos especializados (se requiere certificación).
  • Ayudar con evaluaciones de vegetación e inspecciones del sitio cuando sea necesario.
  • Viajar con frecuencia por motivos de trabajo, incluyendo posibles estancias nocturnas, a diferentes lugares de trabajo.
  • Garantizar el cumplimiento de todas las regulaciones estatales, locales y federales aplicables.

Lo Que Aportas:
  • Conocimientos básicos sobre especies de árboles y técnicas de poda en arboricultura
  • Capacidad para realizar trabajos en altura y utilizar equipo de escalada o plataformas elevadoras
  • Capacidad para obtener y mantener una licencia estatal para la aplicación de pesticidas o herbicidas
  • Fuerte compromiso con la seguridad y la protección del medio ambiente
  • Capacidad para seguir con precisión las etiquetas de los herbicidas, las instrucciones de aplicación y los procedimientos de seguridad
  • Atención al detalle al mezclar, medir y aplicar productos químicos
  • Capacidad para trabajar de forma independiente y como parte de un equipo
  • Asistencia confiable, puntualidad y conducta profesional en los lugares de trabajo
  • Capacidad para leer, escribir y comprender inglés
  • Licencia de conducir válida (se prefiere CDL)
  • Certificación en RCP/Primeros Auxilios (proporcionada por Lewis)
  • Certificación como aplicador de herbicidas (o capacidad para obtenerla y mantenerla)
  • Actitud de trabajo en equipo, adaptabilidad y una sólida ética laboral

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