CDL Foreman — Utility Line Clearance Lead

Davey Tree Expert Co.; Hartwell (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan with company 24

Employee stock purchase options

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus program

Job summary

Davey Tree Surgery Co. is seeking a CDL Foreman/Foreperson for utility line clearance. The role involves supervising crews, performing line clearance and tree trimming for major electric utilities, and directing equipment and tasks in a safe, efficient manner.

Required are a CDL with airbrake endorsement and electric utility line clearance/climbing experience; ISA Tree Worker certification or willingness to obtain is expected. Benefits include health plan, retirement, and employee stock options.

Qualifications

• CDL with airbrake endorsement is required.
• Experience in electric utility line clearance, tree trimming and climbing.
• ISA Certified Tree Worker certification or willingness to obtain it.
• Pesticide license is preferred; herbicide license is a plus.
• Line clearance certification when working near transmission lines is desirable.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide crew supervision and perform line clearing and tree trimming for major electric utilities.
• Prune treetops, trim or remove damaged trees, and remove broken limbs from wires, roofs or other objects.
• Direct crew members and equipment; plan and execute assigned work and tasks.
• Supervise and assist in maintenance, preparation and operation of tools and equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Operate as part of a crew with Groundmen and Trimmer/Climber; perform all above functions as required.

Skills

Crew supervision

Climbing/tree trimming

Safety awareness

Education

Commercial driver's license with airbrake endorsement

ISA Certified Tree Worker

Pesticide license

Herbicide license

Line clearance certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Davey Tree Surgery Co. is seeking a CDL Foreman/Foreperson for utility line clearance. The role involves supervising crews, performing line clearance and tree trimming for major electric utilities, and directing equipment and tasks in a safe, efficient manner.

Required are a CDL with airbrake endorsement and electric utility line clearance/climbing experience; ISA Tree Worker certification or willingness to obtain is expected. Benefits include health plan, retirement, and employee stock options.