General Foreperson - Grand Rapids, MI

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

Grand Rapids, MI | Grand Rapids, MI
Grand Rapids, MI, USA

• Pay or shift range: $31 USD to $33 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

The General Foreperson coordinates crew members, equipment, tools, and supplies in order to complete all jobs efficiently, correctly, and profitably.

Essential Functions

• Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules
• Keep utility company representatives informed of crew members and equipment
• Establish and monitor systems to ensure proper maintenance and cleanliness of all equipment and facilities
• Prompt dispatch of crews to job sites
• Teach all safety regulations to crew members and ensure 100% compliance on the safety regulations
• Instruct employees how to operate all equipment and use materials safely
• Ensure first aid equipment is readily available to crews at all times
• Assist in filling out accident reports promptly and completely when needed and investigate cause(s) of accidents
• Hire, train, and discipline employees
• Determine workable hours and approve all time submitted by employees (chargeable and non-chargeable); Keeps non-chargeable hours and overtime to a minimum
• Maintain good morale and handle basic grievances
• Study and determine most efficient way to handle each job, considering such factors as location, season, crew availability, equipment, materials, etc.
• Use and transport materials and chemicals to avoid waste, loss and hazards
• Control productivity of each crew member and utilize each tool and piece of equipment to its fullest
• Ensure there are sufficient and appropriate materials and equipment to do each job
• Accountable for all tools, equipment, safety devices, materials, and supplies
• Store equipment and materials safely each night to avoid loss by theft, vandalism, etc.
• Know operating conditions of all equipment; recommend and schedule replacement of maintenance in time to avoid a breakdown
• Know proper and complete operation of each piece of equipment and ensure crew members use the right equipment for each job
• Ensure that all drivers possess the proper driving card and are approved to drive for the vehicle they operate
• Ensure that all employees have the proper certifications and qualifications for their positions and the equipment they operate
• Perform duties for storm work as needed

Supervisory Responsibilities
The General Foreperson has all crew positions as direct reports.

Experience Requirements
At least 5 years’ prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred; previous experience as a General Foreperson preferred

Education Requirements
High School diploma or education equivalent preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be able to supervise the performance of individual employees and various crews’ performance
• Must be able to delegate work and take accountability for the performance of a crew
• Must maintain a professional and effective relationship with employees, customers, and the general public
• Must be able to meet and demonstrate qualifications of all positions on a crew
• Must be able to travel throughout the week to assigned crew locations
• Must possess strong organizational skills
• Must have and maintain a Driver’s License and be able to safely drive a company vehicle
• Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions
• Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR
• Must be able to effectively communicate with others
• Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed

This is a safety sensitive position that requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.

Must meet I-9 requirements. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement: XKIG provides 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 or 252-403-0552.

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.

Additional Compensation:

Depending on the position and applicable eligibility requirements, additional compensation may include overtime, premium pay, or other forms of compensation as applicable. Unless otherwise stated in this posting, this position is not eligible for bonus, commission, or equity-based compensation.

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 is required during storm restoration work when needed.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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