Field Foreperson - Tree & Utility Crew Lead

ISA Certified Arborist; Christiansburg (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Job summary

ISA Certified Arborist in Christiansburg, VA seeks a Foreperson to coordinate crews, equipment, and supplies for contract projects. Responsibilities include directing daily tasks, ensuring safety, and communicating with property owners to gain access for tree trimming or removal, with potential storm-work duties.

The role is full-time, on-site with travel as needed, and requires high school completion plus experience in vegetation management or related fields.

Qualifications

• Must meet and demonstrate qualifications of all positions on a crew.
• Must follow verbal or written directives.
• Must delegate work and take accountability for the performance of a crew.
• Must understand drawings and symbols representing lines, voltages, line equipment, etc.
• Must adjust to field requirements and take independent action without close supervision.
• Must have and maintain a Driver’s License and be able to safely drive a company vehicle.
• Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions.
• Must obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
• Must travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.

Responsibilities

• Follow safe practices and rules at all times.
• Direct crew members and manage equipment daily.
• Assign tasks and supervise performance.
• Plan and execute work safely and professionally.
• Organize job assignments for efficiency.
• Notify property owners and obtain access permissions.
• Ensure PPE use and safety compliance.
• Inspect work to contract specifications and inform customer on completion.
• Keep records of time, equipment, and materials.
• Complete daily truck inspections and job briefings.
• Maintain supplies on truck and arrange maintenance.
• Travel for storm work as needed.
• Safety sensitive; background check and drug screen.

Skills

Safety awareness

Leadership

Communication

Outdoor work

Storm work readiness

Education

High School diploma or education equivalent

Job description

ISA Certified Arborist in Christiansburg, VA seeks a Foreperson to coordinate crews, equipment, and supplies for contract projects. Responsibilities include directing daily tasks, ensuring safety, and communicating with property owners to gain access for tree trimming or removal, with potential storm-work duties.

The role is full-time, on-site with travel as needed, and requires high school completion plus experience in vegetation management or related fields.