Foreman

VanCuren Services; Ardmore (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement savings plan

Employee-owned company

Discounted stock purchase options

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus program

Locations throughout US

Job summary

Davey Tree Surgery Co. in Ardmore, OK is seeking a Climbing Arborist to lead a 2-5 person tree crew in pruning and removal services for major electric utilities.

You’ll mentor less experienced staff, inspect job sites, and operate equipment such as chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts in outdoor environments. This permanent, on-site role offers competitive hourly pay based on experience and opportunities for advancement within a large, employee-owned company committed to safety and client

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors and ability to work outdoors daily.
• Eligible for Davey Tree orientation and safety courses on hire.
• Tree climbing experience and line clearance background required.
• Valid driver's license required; CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a 2-5 person tree crew in pruning and removal for utilities.
• Perform pruning tops, removing limbs from lines and structures.
• Inspect job sites and plan tasks with safe execution.
• Maintain and operate tools including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts.
• Mentor new employees and ensure job safety.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Tree climbing experience

Valid driver's license

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Company:Davey Tree Surgery Co.
Locations:Ardmore, OK
Additional Locations:Madill, McMillan, Greenville, Durant, Marietta
Work Site:On Site
Req ID:230116

Compensation Data

Compensation based on experience is: $23.00 - $25.00 hour.

Job Duties

What You’ll Do:

• Lead a 2-5 person tree crew in performing all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers. Including but not limited to:
• Pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal
• Removing broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects
• Application of tree identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines
• Perform job-site inspections with proper planning and execution of assigned work and tasks
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more
• Mentor and train new employees
• How high you grow depends on you!

Qualifications

What We’re Seeking:

• Love of the outdoors
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
• Required: line clearance experience or other related tree work
• Required: Tree climbing experience
• Required: Valid driver’s license
• Preferred: Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement
• Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law

Company Overview

What We Offer: *

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
• Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
• Group Health Plan
• Employee referral bonus program
• Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas
• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
• Charitable matching gift program

*all listed benefits available to eligible employees

Divisional Overview

Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchange of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.

We are currently looking to add a dynamic Climbing Arborist to our passionate team of tree care professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

The Davey Tree Surgery Company is based in Livermore, California, and provides a full range of utility tree care and pole test and treat services. TheDavey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations:If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Employment Type:Permanent
Job Type:Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 100%