Foreperson - Utility Vegetation Crew Lead

ISA Certified Arborist; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

ISA Certified Arborist in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a General Foreperson to coordinate crews, equipment, and supplies for utility vegetation management projects. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and profitability across job sites with regular travel and on-site leadership.

The candidate will supervise crews, enforce safety, and ensure proper operation and maintenance of equipment while coordinating resources and schedules for timely project completion.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in electric utility vegetation management, construction, or related fields.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to supervise crews and manage performance.
• Willingness to travel weekly to crew locations.
• FIRST-AID and CPR certification desirable.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive company vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate crews, equipment, and supplies to complete jobs efficiently.
• Enforce safety rules and train crew on safety regulations.
• Dispatch crews promptly and monitor equipment and facilities.
• Hire, train, and discipline employees.
• Manage timekeeping and minimize non-chargeable overtime.
• Maintain materials, tools, and equipment inventory.
• Travel to assigned crew locations and storm sites as needed.

Skills

Safety leadership

Crew supervision

Operations coordination

Travel readiness

First aid/CPR

Education

High School diploma or educational equivalent

Tools

Driver's License

Job description

ISA Certified Arborist in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a General Foreperson to coordinate crews, equipment, and supplies for utility vegetation management projects. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and profitability across job sites with regular travel and on-site leadership.

The candidate will supervise crews, enforce safety, and ensure proper operation and maintenance of equipment while coordinating resources and schedules for timely project completion.