Lead Foreperson, Utility Vegetation & Safety

ISA Certified Arborist; Forest Lake (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services is seeking a General Foreperson to coordinate crews, equipment, and supplies for efficient, safe job completion. You will enforce safety rules, inform utility reps of crew status, and manage maintenance of gear and facilities while ensuring timely dispatch to sites and proper training of staff.

Applicants should have strong supervisory skills, the ability to travel to crew locations, and a commitment to regulatory safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must supervise the performance of individuals and crews.
• Demonstrate qualifications of crew positions and assign duties.
• Commit to safety regulations and incident reporting.
• Ability to travel to crew locations throughout the week.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate crew, equipment, and supplies to complete jobs efficiently.
• Enforce safety rules and keep utility reps informed of crew status.
• Manage maintenance and cleanliness of equipment and facilities.
• Dispatch crews promptly to job sites and train staff on safety.
• Hire, train, and discipline employees and monitor time records.
• Ensure proper materials, tools, and drivers with certifications.
• Oversee storm restoration duties as needed.

Skills

Supervision

Safety compliance

Communication

Organizational skills

Driving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services is seeking a General Foreperson to coordinate crews, equipment, and supplies for efficient, safe job completion. You will enforce safety rules, inform utility reps of crew status, and manage maintenance of gear and facilities while ensuring timely dispatch to sites and proper training of staff.

Applicants should have strong supervisory skills, the ability to travel to crew locations, and a commitment to regulatory safety standards.