Crew Foreman

Mowbray's Tree Service; South Gate (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A tree service company in South Gate, California is looking for Crew Foremen to ensure safe and effective tree removal and trimming activities. Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills and the authority to address safety conditions. This role includes conducting safety audits, engaging with the public, and overseeing job briefings. A commitment to employee training is critical.

Qualifications

• Must be capable of performing assigned duties.
• Assessment of employees for skill proficiency.
• Fit for duty before work begins.

Responsibilities

• Ensure employee capability for assigned duties.
• Inspirational field engagement for employee potential.
• Conduct comprehensive Daily Job Briefings.

Skills

Proficient in tree removal/trimming activities

Excellent interpersonal communication skills

Job description

Responsibilities

• Ensures that each individual is capable of performing their assigned duties
• Assessment of every employee for skill proficiency
• Assess every individual to ensure they are fit for duty before work begins
• Inspiring and motivating each employee in the field to reach their potential every day
• Perform comprehensive Daily Job Briefings before work begins
• Ensure that each employee has the proper PPE according to the assigned task
• Engaging with utility personnel and the general public as necessary
• Perform equipment inspections prior to use
• Request maintenance of equipment with General Foremen
• Ensure proper work site set-up, including traffic signs/control, fire tools, Safety equipment, and drop/danger zone set-up
• Communicate resources needed to complete projects to General Foremen
• Request outages and line shut down activities to General Foremen
• Perform Safety audits weekly, and communicate the results to the General Foremen
• Provide support for daily/weekly toolboxes and Safety meetings
• Conduct on the job field training

Crew Foremen have the authority to STOP WORK at any time they determine that unsafe conditions exist. Each Crew Foreman should be able to communicate weaknesses and strengths in the following areas: span of control, communication, and technology.

Qualifications

• Proficient in tree removal/trimming activities
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills