Lead Field Supervisor, Utility Line Clearance

Davey Tree Expert Co; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Employee-owned company & stock options

Group Health Plan

Career Development Program

Job summary

Wolf Tree, Inc. in Knoxville, TN, a Davey Company, is hiring a Foreman/Foreperson for utility line clearance. You will supervise a crew, oversee line clearing and tree trimming for electric utilities, and coordinate equipment and safety protocols on site.

The role emphasizes supervising crew performance, maintaining equipment, and ensuring timely completion of tasks, with opportunities for career advancement in a large national tree-care organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Driver's license required; CDL may be required depending on job.
• Pesticide license if required by state law.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide crew supervision and line clearing/tree trimming for major electric utilities.
• Direct crew members and equipment; plan and execute assigned work.
• Supervise maintenance and operation of tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, and lifts.
• Work as part of a crew with Groundmen and Trimmer/Climber support.

Education

Driver's license

CDL preferred

Pesticide license

Line clearance certification

ISA Certified Tree Worker

Electric utility tree trimming experience

Job description

Wolf Tree, Inc. in Knoxville, TN, a Davey Company, is hiring a Foreman/Foreperson for utility line clearance. You will supervise a crew, oversee line clearing and tree trimming for electric utilities, and coordinate equipment and safety protocols on site.

The role emphasizes supervising crew performance, maintaining equipment, and ensuring timely completion of tasks, with opportunities for career advancement in a large national tree-care organization.