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    Director of Operations - Milpitas, United States - Utility Tree Service

    Utility Tree Service
    Utility Tree Service Milpitas, United States

    1 week ago

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    Description
    We are seeking a Director of Operations who has the capability and ambition to grow within our organization.

    The successful individual will work directly with the Regional Vice President and other leads to manage the fundamentals of the business.

    The Director of Operations will have area manager responsibility for a major customer leading field operations for our line clearance vegetation management (tree trimming) contract(s).

    This position has full P&L responsibility and bonus/profit sharing tied to P&L performance. This position is highly demanding and requires someone who is adaptable, self-motivated, and quick study.
    The successful candidate will be a multi-faceted leader, capable of communicating at all levels internally and externally.

    The successful candidate will partner with the operations workforce in the field, effectively communicate to client senior executives, and strengthen relationships with operational leaders for our current customers.

    This role requires significant time commitment, visiting with customers (current and prospective), spending time with crews in the field, crafting proposals, and leading the successful, safe management of a team of vegetation management professionals at all levels.

    This is an excellent opportunity to join an experienced, best-in-class team and be involved in an expanding, entrepreneurial business that offers quick and significant career advancement opportunities.

    The successful candidate will benefit from two to three years of mentorship and guidance, and then will "own" a sizable business unit.

    This program, and this role, are critical to the future succession plans of the company.
    Are you a real go-getter looking for an amazing opportunity with a nationwide full-service-utility contractor offering competitive wages and incredible benefits? Keep reading because this job might be for you

    With company origins dating back to 1940, UTS has over 70 years of expertise in delivering professional, performance-based vegetation management services.


    Job Type :
    Full-Time +, Exempt

    Pay:
    $125,000 to $180,000 Depending on experience.
    Performance Bonus.
    Company Sponsored Retirement Plan
    Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)
    Employee Assistance Program
    Life, long-term/short-term disability insurance

    Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
    Oversee the group responsible for managing utility Transmission and Distribution (T&D) vegetation management activities to the scope and terms.

    Manage field operations to enable the work to be completed on budget, on schedule, and to the quality levels specified.

    Ensure assigned operations are completed in alignment with customer contractual obligations, job scope specifications, and bid prices/profit margins projected.
    Consult with leadership in developing long-term contract strategies for utility T&D maintenance.
    Evaluate the benefits and risks associated with implementing specific commercial & operational options.

    Assist in developing annual plans for all assigned companies and/or regional operations including identifying the appropriate permits required for each project, obtaining these permits, and ensuring adherence to the permit requirements.

    Develop and implement performance standards and metrics for in-house and subcontractor field crews.
    Develop and implement new work processes or improve existing work processes that lead to improved efficiencies.
    Ensure project status/progress reports are completed and supplied to our leadership.

    Use progress reports to identify cost/schedule issues and initiate the development of corrective action plans as needed to keep projects on budget and on schedule.

    Participate in bidding contracts for the development of the annual and longer-term budget by providing budgets, cash flows, and completion schedules which directly impact the earnings forecast.


    Minimum Qualifications:
    Strong business acumen and savvy.
    Proactive, agile, and innovative thought leader consistently delivering results of the highest quality.

    Outstanding written/verbal communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills to cultivate strong relationships with clients at all levels across the organization and geographies.

    Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills – ability to de-construct problems.

    Education & Experience:


    Extensive experience (10 + years) in a field-service-based business, with involvement in line clearance vegetation management, construction, contract management, engineering, or project management; management/supervisory experience is a plus.

    Bachelor's Degree required.
    Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent is preferred.

    Pre-Screen:
    Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

    License & Certifications:
    A valid Driver's License is Required.

    Travel Requirements:
    Up to 60% travel required.

    Physical Requirements:

    Rarely:
    walking, kneeling, squatting, crawling, seeing distant, climbing on/off a truck, climbing, lifting over 10 lbs.

    to 50 lbs., depth perception, color vision, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, balancing, lifting up to 10 lbs., lifting up to 50 lbs.


    Occasionally:
    standing, stooping, body twisting, gripping, reaching, range of motion, climbing stairs.
    Frequently
    :
    sitting, sense of touch, manual dexterity, speaking clearly, reading, hearing-speech range.

    Constantly:
    seeing.

    Safety:


    Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must have sufficient eyesight to judge distance/coordination of equipment and tools, be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods, be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, be able to wear personal protective equipment as necessary, be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day, have the endurance necessary to traverse various terrain, be capable of performing job duties throughout a standard 8- or 10-hour day, be able to communicate with others, read, write, and comprehend written/verbal job instructions and information, and communicate and handle conflict professionally.


    About Us:
    Since 1940, Utility Tree Service (UTS) has specialized in utility line clearance work. Today, UTS continues to offer a responsive local presence with access to national resources for peak needs.

    Our primary goal is to be a valued partner to utilities and other agencies in providing safe and efficient vegetation management with respect for people, property, and the environment.

    Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation should contact the ADA Coordinator at , ext

    An Equal Opportunity Employer.
    Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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