Foreman

Davey Tree Expert Co; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) retirement savings plan with a"

Employee-owned company & discounted/er

Job summary

Davey Tree Surgery Co. in Wilson, NC seeks a Foreman/Foreperson for utility line clearance. You will supervise crews, coordinate line clearance and tree trimming for electric utilities, and direct equipment and tasks on site.

The role requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and a valid driver’s license; CDL is preferred. ISA Tree Worker certification or willingness to obtain it is expected, with opportunities for advancement within Davey Tree.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Driver’s license required; CDL preferred but not required.
• ISA Certified Tree Worker certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provides crew supervision and line clearing and tree trimming for major electric utility providers.
• Pruning treetops and removing damaged trees or limbs near wires, roofs, and objects.
• Directs crew members and equipment and plans/execut es assigned work and tasks.
• Supervises maintenance, preparation and operation of tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Operates as part of a crew with Groundmen and Trimmer/Climber support.
• Performs all listed functions as required.

Skills

Crew supervision

Tree trimming

Safety compliance

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Hand tools

Job description

Company:Davey Tree Surgery Co.
Locations:Wilson, NC
Additional Locations:N/A
Work Site:On Site
Req ID:228794

Position Overview

Davey Utility Line Clearance, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is pleased to offer a key opportunity in the field of Utility Line Clearance as a Foreman | Foreperson.

Job Duties

• Provides crew supervision and line clearing and tree trimming services for major electric utility providers
• Services provided include pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal as well as removing broken limbs from wires, roofs, and other objects
• Directs crew members and equipment as well as planning and executing the assigned work and tasks
• Responsible to supervise and assist in the proper maintenance, preparation and operation of all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts
• Operates as part of a crew with supporting Groundmen and Trimmer/Climber
• Ability to perform all above mentioned functions

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Driver’s license required. Commercial driver’s license preferred but not required
• Certificates and Licenses if necessary
• Pesticide license, if required by state law
• Herbicide license a plus
• Line clearance certification if working near utility transmission lines
• ISA Certified Tree Worker certification or willingness to obtain
• Electric utility tree trimming/climbing experience preferred

Additional Information

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

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff…?

The Davey Tree Expert Company has U.S. and Canadian operations in more than 47 states and five provinces and provides a variety of tree care, grounds maintenance and consulting services for the residential, utility, commercial, and government markets. Founded in 1880, Davey has been employee-owned for 40 years and has more than 10,000 employees who provide Proven Solutions for a Growing World. For more information, visit www.davey.com

If you need any assistance at any time please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [e-mail].\