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Lewis Tree Service

Clears utility vegetation and restores storm-damaged access

Safety Specialist

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/16/2026
$65k - $85k/yr
Junior
Bachelor's, Associate's
New York, NY, USA
In PersonTravel throughout New York is required; the role involves significant travel, including 30–40% of the time and overnight trips.
Facilities OperationsEnvironmental Health & Safety

About the job

Requirements
  • An associate degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of a high school diploma/GED with safety- or industry-related credentials (CUSP, CTSP, ASP, GSP, ISA Arborist) or equivalent experience.
  • At least 1 year of experience in line clearance or a related industry.
  • Knowledge of OSHA and ANSI requirements, and OSHA 30 Hour training or equivalent.
  • A valid driver’s license.
  • Bilingual Spanish/English ability.
  • Ability to lead teams and drive change.
  • Proficiency with computers, smartphones, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Knowledge of vegetation management tools, practices, and procedures.
  • Familiarity with OSHA, ANSI, DOT, and tree industry regulations and standards.
  • Ability to write, type, file, and organize; observe and respond to visual and oral instructions/messages; adjust efficiently between tasks; bend, reach, grasp, and organize materials; communicate professionally; maintain regular and timely attendance; and participate in employee and professional training events.
  • Ability to travel 30–40% of the time, including overnight.
Responsibilities
  • Serve as a visible leader, influence and motivate employees, and model Lewis’s Operating Principles.
  • Build and maintain partnerships with Operations to drive continuous safety improvements.
  • Participate in morning huddles and deliver safety tailgates or safety moments to job crews.
  • Conduct worksite observations to identify risks and assess compliance with company and regulatory requirements, and provide feedback to Operations Leadership.
  • Provide timely assistance and consistent interpretation of company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
  • Train and coach employees in safe use of utility line-clearance tools, including saws, pruners, hanger poles, rigging tools, saddles, harnesses, and aerial lifts.
  • Train and coach employees in technical skills from fundamentals to advanced practices, including roping and rigging, collision avoidance, and climbing techniques.
  • Train and coach employees in safety-related processes and risks, including aerial rescue, electrical safety, and 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 accurately and promptly to Safety and Operations Regional Leadership.
  • Provide governance and oversight during field visits with Safety Specialists, Operations Leadership, and field crews throughout the divisional footprint in New York State.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • A bachelor’s degree in Safety Management, Safety Engineering, or Occupational Health and Safety.
  • At least 1 year of experience in a safety leadership role.
  • Experience in line clearance, ISA Arborist work, or a related industry.
  • Certified Tree Care Safety Professional (CTSP) certification, required within 1 year of hire.
  • Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP) certification.

About the company

Lewis Tree Service, operating as Lewis Services, clears trees and other vegetation around utility infrastructure to help maintain reliable electric service. It works for investor-owned utilities, electric cooperatives, and municipal utilities on transmission and distribution lines, pipeline rights of way, substations, and renewable energy sites. Crews handle routine maintenance, hazardous tree removal, land clearing, and emergency debris clearance after storms. Its services also include damage assessments and ongoing vegetation management programs, combining field crews, specialized equipment, and project coordination. Founded in 1938, the company is headquartered in West Henrietta, New York.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Henrietta, New York

Founded

1938

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What believers are saying

  • Eligible employees share in company value: its ESOP gives qualifying team members an ownership interest.
  • Field training has protected time: Lewis dedicates a full training day twice yearly alongside rigging, climbing, and electrical-hazard instruction.
  • Employees have a confidential reporting route: its independent ethics hotline operates around the clock in English and Spanish.

What critics are saying

  • Fieldwork carries electrical and equipment hazards: crews climb with chainsaws and work near live power lines.
  • Storm work brings harsh conditions: crews clear fallen trees amid extreme temperatures, high winds, flooding, and snow.
  • Travel adds roadway exposure: utility trucks navigate crowded corridors, and storm response involves unfamiliar routes and poor weather.

What makes Lewis Tree Service unique

  • Supplier diversity is independently certified: NCEO and Supplier.io recognize Lewis as a minority-owned diverse supplier.
  • Its footprint supports broad utility coverage: Lewis operates across 30 states.
  • Field decisions stay close to the work: its operating principles empower employee-owners to manage critical situations onsite.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Training Programs
  • Professional Development Budget
  • Paid Vacation
  • Company Equity

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