Foreperson : St. Louis, MO

ISA Certified Arborist; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Xylem Tree Experts in St. Louis is seeking experienced Tree Climbing Forepersons to lead crews in vegetation management across urban and rural routes. You will supervise daily operations, coordinate equipment, and ensure safety standards while delivering reliable service to customers.

The role requires at least two years of vegetation management experience, a valid driver’s license, and strong leadership skills. Travel may be required for storm work and union opportunities are noted.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in Vegetation Management.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with clean MVR.
• Ability to read contract requirements and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Direct crew members and manage equipment daily.
• Plan, assign, and execute tasks safely and professionally.
• Submit daily timesheets and billing information in AMS.
• Notify property owners and obtain access permissions for work.
• Oversee equipment usage and truck inventory; ensure security of gear.
• Maintain accurate records of time, equipment, and materials.
• Maintain above-standard customer relations.

Skills

Vegetation Management Experience

Driver's License

Crew Leadership

Safety Consciousness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

AMS System

Job description

St Louis, MO | St Louis, Missouri
St Louis, MO, USA

St Louis, MO | St Louis, Missouri
St Louis, MO, USA

• Pay or shift range: $34 USD to $35 USD
  This is an estimated pay range for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
• Travel Required : Yes

Description

We are actively hiring experienced Tree Climbing Forepersons to join our St. Louis operations. This role is ideal for climbers from the private tree care, arborist, or line-clearance industries who are looking for steady work, strong earning potential, and long-term union career opportunities.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Direct crew members and manage equipment each day.


• Plans, assigns, and executes specific tasks in a safe a professional manner to crew and supervise performance.


• Performs daily reporting using AMS system to submit timesheets and billing information.


• Notify private property owners of presence on property; obtain permission from property owners to trim or remove trees and/or apply herbicides; discuss issues such as obtaining access, power interruption, work to be done, etc. with customer and/or property owner.


• Oversee equipment and material usage, and cleanup. Make sure all equipment and supplies are secure on the truck.


• Keep accurate records of time, equipment, and material used.


• Maintain above standard customer relations.

Education and Experience

• Two years’ experience in Vegetation Management.


• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred.


• Meets and demonstrates qualifications of all positions on a crew.


• Delegates work and take accountability for the performance of a crew.


• Ability to read and understand contract requirements.


• Knowledge of botanical and common names of trees and plants.


• Experience in safe operations and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.


• Able to adjust to field requirements and take independent action without close supervision.


• Possess a valid driver’s license and clean MVR.

Position requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement: Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, obligations, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

XKIG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws, including the ADA. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at 877-418-2999.

Benefits Offered:

This is a full-time position that offers health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental, as well as the option for enrollment in a 401K.

Paid Time Off (PTO)
Eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position with some roles gaining PTO immediately and others becoming eligible after a set period of employment. Details are provided during the hiring process and may vary for Union hires.

AI Usage Disclaimer:

As part of our commitment to efficiency and innovation, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools during the recruiting and onboarding processes. These tools assist with tasks such as resume screening, interview scheduling, and communication. All decisions regarding hiring and employment are ultimately made by our human team. If you have questions or concerns about this process, please contact our HR department.

Travel Required

Yes . Travel may be required for storm work as needed.

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