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Description At Lewis, we provide the stability of a long-standing, employee-owned company with the progressive nature of a growing, improvement-minded future. We're the second-largest utility vegetation management company in North America... and always growing. We're in the people success business, we just happen to trim trees. Why you'll love being part of the Lewis Family: We are empowered to share our talents. We care deeply. We conquer challenges. We respect our differences. We trust each other. We keep each other safe. Together, we do great things. We offer for Non-Union positions: Competitive pay Specialized paid training & certifications Career advancement opportunities Affordable health insurance plans including Dental, Vision and Health Savings Accounts Retirement plans including Employee stock ownership and 401(k) plan Paid time off Employee assistance program We Believe... That everyone on the team matters That we don't constrain workers in order to create safety, we ask workers what they need to do work safely, reliably, and productively. That workers aren't the problem; workers are the problem solvers. That through diversity we build strength That being an employee-owned company (ESOP), it provides future financial stability for our employees That when you join the Lewis Tree Team, your potential is unlimited Why you'll love this Job: You love the outdoors: you enjoy varying environments/weather, not afraid to get dirty, adventurous You are open to new ideas: willing to listen and observe, humble You are self-motivated: driven, strong work ethic, willing to "do what it takes" You are adaptable: can think on your feet, nimble, flexible You are collaborative: strong people skills, able to give and receive constructive feedback, willing to speak-up What you'll do as a General Foreperson at Lewis: Lead the team, including Asst. General Forepersons and Forepersons, ensuring successful production results and creating and a positive team environment. Work Oversight & Safety Plan and manage production, bid new work, understanding revenue targets Work together with utility foresters/inspectors to clarify work specifications, coordinate work audits/inspections and address customers issues Visit work sites frequently. Review the Pre-Job Hazard Survey at each job site; inspect work in progress and ensure it conforms to standards; enforce on the job safety practices Takes lead role in safety to ensure the well-being of employees, customers and the public. Personnel Management Ensures that employees receive training to prepare for job assignments Appraises performance of employees to communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback as a means for improvement Identify and develop high potential employees for leadership succession Maintain records and documentation related to man-hours; equipment and tool use; material inventory and storage; accident/incident reports; property-related permission and permits; customer records; labor disputes; and other job-specific records Collaborate with the Corporate office for time keeping, billing, employee relations, contract support and recruiting What you'll need: High School Diploma or equivalent Leadership experience in the utility line clearance industry at the Foreperson or Asst. General Foreperson position Strong written and verbal communication skills Knowledge of trees including identification, growth habits and correct arboriculture techniques for the trimming, pruning, repairing, maintaining and removing, as applicable to working in close proximity to energized conductors. Understanding of drawings and symbols representing types of lines, voltage, line equipment, etc. Ability to perform physical labor such as lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. to