Manager, Vegetation Management

Lucas Tree Experts • Portland, ME

10h

About The Position

Lucas Tree Experts, a leader in the tree care industry, is looking for a highly motivated, experienced, safety focused individual to join our team as an Operations Manager in Maine. This leadership role is directly accountable for safety performance, profitability, staffing and customer relationship management. The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years’ experience in Vegetation Management with at least 2+ years in a supervisory or management role. A strong commitment to workplace safety and the ability to foster a safety-first culture across all levels of the team. Effective leadership and communication skills with a focus on integrity, initiative, and customer service. The candidate must be a self-starter with a positive attitude and willingness to go above and beyond to ensure operational success and proven experience in operational management leading teams of 75 people or more.

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience in Vegetation Management
• 2+ years in a supervisory or management role
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and the ability to foster a safety-first culture across all levels of the team
• Effective leadership and communication skills with a focus on integrity, initiative, and customer service
• Self-starter with a positive attitude and willingness to go above and beyond to ensure operational success
• Proven experience in operational management leading teams of 75 people or more
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Familiar with industry tools (telematics, satellite imagery, GPS coordination, file sharing, scheduling software, etc.)
• Clean & valid driver’s license
• Pesticide license
• State of Maine arborist license
• Certified Tree Safety Professional (CTSP) certification
• Willingness and ability to obtain these certifications if not already held

Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture.
• Ensure all operations align with safety regulations and best practices.
• Recruit, train, retain, and, when necessary, manage terminations to build a skilled, safe, and productive workforce.
• Provide hands-on leadership and oversight of training and employee development programs.
• Optimize equipment usage and allocation, manage inventories, minimize downtime, and recommend equipment procurement as needed.
• Drive operational efficiency and profitability.
• Prepare accurate bids for future work and develop strong customer partnerships.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships through proactive communication and service delivery.
• Develop and manage annual sales and operational budgets with detailed monthly breakdowns.
• Participate in regular team meetings and strategy sessions to align with broader company goals.
• Balance short-term daily and weekly goals with long-term strategic planning.
• Lead and motivate crews, while also working cross-functionally with other departments and divisions to support company-wide success.

Benefits

• Bonus Potential
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life insurance
• 401k w/Company match
• Free & Confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Company vehicle with fuel card, computer, phone, and company credit card for expenses
• Education Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed