Foreman (CDL Class A or B Preferred)

Davey Tree Expert Co; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Advancement opportunities

All job-specific equipment and safety

401(k) retirement savings with company

Employee-owned company & stock options

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus program

Locations throughout US

Career Development Program

Scholarship Program for Children of Em

Charitable matching gift program

Job summary

Davey Tree Expert Company in Cleveland, OH seeks a Foreman/Foreperson to lead an arborist crew in delivering professional tree care and utility-line clearance services. The role is on-site, outdoors, and involves supervising crew members, directing climbing operations, and ensuring safety in daily tasks.

The position focuses on canopy pruning, risk assessment, equipment maintenance and on-the-job training through the Davey Career Development Program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Driver's license required; CDL preferred but not required.
• Love of the outdoors.
• Must complete Davey Tree Orientation Program on hire.
• Must complete Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving courses on hire.
• Licenses/certificates for pesticides (preferred).
• ISA TCIA certifications (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew safely to provide arboricultural care.
• Pruning, thinning and removal of deadwood in the canopy.
• Install cables, bracing and lightning protection systems.
• Remove hazardous trees.
• Mentor crew members through the Career Development Program.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts.
• Collaborate as part of a crew with Groundmen and Trimmer/Climber.

Skills

Love of the outdoors

Mentor crew members

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program completion

Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course completion

Pesticide licenses/certificates (preferred)

ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional® (preferred)

Tools

DdRT/MRS climbing systems

SRT/SRS climbing systems

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

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Additional Locations:N/A
Work Site:On Site

Position Overview

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

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Job Duties

What You’ll Do:

• Climb Trees! Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Safely and productively lead a crew in providing arboricultural care for our clients.
• Including but not limited to:
• Pruning, thinning and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy
• Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems
• Removal of hazardous trees
• Mentor crew members through the Davey Career Development Program.
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.
• Operates as part of a crew with supporting Groundmen and Trimmer/Climber
• Ability to perform all above mentioned functions

Qualifications

What We’re Looking for:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Driver’s license required. Commercial driver’s license preferred but not required
• 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
• Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist ®, ISA Certified Tree Worker ®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional ®

Additional Information

What We Offer: *

• Paid time off
• 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

Company 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 Crew Leader 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.

VanCuren Tree Services, a Davey company, provides comprehensive services for any residential, commercial, or utility tree care need in the greater Cleveland and Northeast Ohio region. The Davey 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 25%