Field Foreperson | Line Clearance Crew Lead

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in the United States is seeking a Foreperson to supervise daily crew operations, coordinate work assignments, and ensure safety compliance. The role involves training crews, liaising with property owners, and maintaining records for performance and safety metrics.

The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year in Line Clearance, strong communication and leadership, and the ability to manage field tasks with attention to safety standards and company policies.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old and have a High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of Line Clearance experience required.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills required.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and assigns daily work for the crew after receiving orders from a General Foreperson/Line Clearance Supervisor.
• Conduct field training/retraining, instructing crew on new or revised job units.
• Promotes and upholds a culture of safety, applying sound judgment, adhering to company policies, and complying with OSHA specifications to ensure safe work practices.
• Conducts safety training in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Discusses with property owner/customer issues such as obtaining access, power interruption, work to be done, and responsibility for apparent property damage; refers controversial cases to the General Foreperson.
• Obtains oral or written permission from property owners to perform required work.
• Promotes and maintains good customer and public relations through the effective completion of assigned work and the appropriate behavior of employees on the crew.
• May be delegated the authority to investigate incident reports, damage claims, etc., and to settle minor damage claims.
• Maintains accurate records, timesheets, and reports related to the performance of the crew operation.
• Controls crew costs, including effective use of people power, work methods, operation of equipment, etc.
• Furnishes General Foreperson and utility representative with reports of orders completed, units of work completed, crew time, minor damage repairs and distribution, etc.
• Periodically furnishes reports on incidents, truck breakdowns, private property damage, new employee follow‑up, etc.
• Cooperates with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Independent action

Driving

Manual dexterity

Height tolerance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in the United States is seeking a Foreperson to supervise daily crew operations, coordinate work assignments, and ensure safety compliance. The role involves training crews, liaising with property owners, and maintaining records for performance and safety metrics.

The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year in Line Clearance, strong communication and leadership, and the ability to manage field tasks with attention to safety standards and company policies.