Operations Manager

Compensation: $70,000–$75,000 annually plus opportunity for annual bonus. Pay for this role ranges from $65,000–$70,000 depending on experience.

About the role

The Operations Manager is the branch leader responsible for logistics, operational proficiency, and safety. You will manage the branch’s day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency, employee engagement, and profitability. This role includes hiring, mentoring, and developing field personnel while enforcing policies and procedures to deliver high-quality service and maintain operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage branch logistics, including scheduling field personnel and equipment, managing inventory, and overseeing equipment repair and maintenance.
• Hire, train, mentor, and develop field teams to ensure high performance, safety, and customer satisfaction.
• Monitor branch operations and financial performance, maintaining accurate reporting of profits and losses.
• Implement and oversee safety protocols, ensuring compliance and fostering an employee-led safety culture.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies to maximize branch productivity.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of management experience.
• Degree in Business Management, Arboriculture, Forestry, Environmental Sciences, or equivalent experience.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Authorized to lawfully work in the U.S.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator license within one year of hire (required categories: Shade Trees, Ornamentals, Turf, and any additional state-mandated categories).

Qualifications

• Desire to grow, with a passion for problem-solving, process improvement, and taking initiative.
• Enthusiastic leader with the ability to mentor and develop others.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated with the responsibility and independence to work autonomously.

Physical Demands

• Frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Leadership, safety, and operational management training, with continuing education opportunities.
• Access to modern equipment, resources, and technology.

About the company

SavATree was founded 45 years ago with a mission to preserve trees threatened by the gypsy moth epidemic. Since then, we have grown into a nationwide leader in tree, shrub, and lawn care services. We focus on preservation and care, operating as a values-driven organization built on teamwork, integrity, respect, and a commitment to making a positive impact.