Director of Operations
Description
Director of Operations
Field-Based Leadership Track | Future Regional Management
Field-Based Leadership Track | Future Regional Management
About the Role
Asplundh is hiring a Director of Operations to join our fast-track leadership development program, designed to prepare experienced operations leaders for future executive-level roles within our organization. This role is ideal for candidates with a background in Utility Vegetation Management, field services, fleet-based operations, infrastructure maintenance, construction, waste services, or utility contracting, who are looking to apply their experience to large-scale, high-impact operational leadership.
Asplundh is hiring a Director of Operations to join our fast-track leadership development program, designed to prepare experienced operations leaders for future executive-level roles within our organization. This role is ideal for candidates with a background in Utility Vegetation Management, field services, fleet-based operations, infrastructure maintenance, construction, waste services, or utility contracting, who are looking to apply their experience to large-scale, high-impact operational leadership.
Over the course of 12 to 18 months, the selected candidate will work directly under the guidance of a Regional Vice President, gaining first-hand exposure to the operational, financial, and safety aspects of our vegetation management business. This is a field-intensive role that requires a presence on job sites, in operational yards, and in front of customers.
Upon successful completion of the program, the Director of Operations will be positioned to assume full leadership of a business unit with P&L responsibility, operational oversight, and workforce leadership.
Why This Role Is Different
- You'll lead complex field operations involving large crews, heavy equipment, fleet logistics, and utility infrastructure.
- You’ll be responsible for safety performance, customer satisfaction, and operational delivery across multi-million-dollar contracts.
- You’ll build and lead a blue-collar workforce, gaining trust on the ground while interfacing with utility executives and municipal stakeholders.
- You’ll enter a proven career path toward senior leadership, supported by mentorship and exposure across business functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day operations of regional field services to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective execution of vegetation management contracts.
- Oversee performance against KPIs, ensuring contract specifications, crew productivity, and financial targets are met or exceeded.
- Build strong customer relationships, particularly with utility companies, municipalities, and infrastructure clients.
- Assist with estimating, bid development, and pricing strategies across a range of contract types (T&M, unit-based, lump sum).
- Provide leadership, guidance, and support to field supervisors and crew leaders, promoting a strong culture of safety and encouraging a high-performance mindset.
- Provide operational insight for long-term business planning and budgeting efforts.
- Monitor job site performance, production data, and cost controls; troubleshoot operational issues and implement corrective actions.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in field operations, fleet-based services, or infrastructure-related industries (e.g., utility contracting, construction, oil & gas, telecom installation, vegetation management, or waste services).
- 5+ years of direct leadership experience managing multi-site or multi-crew field teams
- Strong leadership experience managing multi-site or multi-crew field teams.
- Demonstrated experience with operational logistics, resource allocation, and client-facing service delivery.
- Proven track record of delivering projects on time, on budget, and safely.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Environmental Science, or a related field is preferred but not requireda
- Willingness to travel 50-75% and be hands-on in the field.
Benefits & Pay
- Competitive salary (exempt)
- Comprehensive benefits package (details vary by location)
- Significant career growth opportunity leading to senior-level general management
About Asplundh
Asplundh is the leader in Utility and Vegetation Management with over 36,000 employees across North America. We combine operational excellence with safety-first practices to maintain critical infrastructure for power and communication providers.
Asplundh is the leader in Utility and Vegetation Management with over 36,000 employees across North America. We combine operational excellence with safety-first practices to maintain critical infrastructure for power and communication providers.