Foreman (Chattanooga, TN, US, 37411)

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement savings plan with a

Employee-owned company

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus program

Job summary

Wolf Tree, Inc. in Chattanooga, TN seeks a Foreman/Foreperson for utility line clearance. You will supervise a crew, direct equipment, and coordinate pruning, trimming, and removal work to support major electric utility providers.

Responsibilities include ensuring safe operation of tools and equipment, planning tasks, and maintaining gear for efficient field performance.

Qualifications

• Driver's license required; CDL preferred depending on job requirements.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provides crew supervision and line clearing and tree trimming services for major electric utility providers.
• Prunes treetops and repairs damaged trees by trimming or removal; removes broken limbs from wires, roofs and other objects.
• Directs crew members and equipment and plans/executing assigned work and tasks.
• Supervises maintenance, preparation and operation of tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.

Skills

Driver's license

CDL preferred

Pesticide license

Herbicide license a plus

Line clearance certification

ISA Certified Tree Worker

Electric utility tree trimming/climb

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company: Wolf Tree, Inc.
Locations: Chattanooga, TN
Additional Locations: n/a
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 227612

Position Overview

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

Job Duties

What You'll Do:

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

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Driver's license required. Commercial driver's license preferred and may be required, depending on job requirements

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.

Company Overview

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. As a service provider, our success depends upon our ability to attract and retain qualified personnel, regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, state or local law.

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.

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.

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%