Lead Tree Trimming Foreperson

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Sponsored Retirement Plan

Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vison

Employee Assistance Program

Life, long-term/short-term disability

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber Foreperson in the United States for full-time roles. The position leads daily crew operations, coordinates work orders, enforces OSHA safety practices, and mentors crew members while maintaining customer relations and accurate reporting.

The role requires field leadership, communication, and the ability to interpret job specifications. A valid driver’s license is required; company benefits include retirement and health coverage.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Understanding of drawings and symbols representing lines, voltages, line equipment, etc.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Possess organization skills and be able to multi-task.
• Capable of adjusting to field requirements and take independent action without close supervision.
• Able to safely drive an approved company vehicle.
• Able to work with hands above head for extended periods of time.
• Due to the capacity of existing equipment, the weight of the employee should not exceed approximately 300 pounds.
• No fear of heights.
• Willing to pay union dues.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and assigns daily work for the crew after receiving/interpreting orders from a General Foreperson/Supervisor.
• Conducts field training/retraining, instructing crew on new or revised job units.
• Enforces safe work practices, as experience, judgment, company policy, and OSHA specify and conducts safety training following company policies and procedures.
• Discusses with property owner/customer issues such as obtaining access, power interruption, work to be done, responsibility for apparent property damage; refers controversial cases to the General Foreperson.
• Obtains oral or written permission from property owners to perform required work.
• Promotes and maintains good customer and public relations through effective completion of assigned work and the appropriate behavior of employees on the crew.
• Maintains accurate records, timesheets, and reports related to the performance of the crew operation.
• Controls crew costs, including effective use of people power, work methods, operation of equipment, etc.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Field adaptability

Valid driver's license

No fear of heights

Union dues

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber Foreperson in the United States for full-time roles. The position leads daily crew operations, coordinates work orders, enforces OSHA safety practices, and mentors crew members while maintaining customer relations and accurate reporting.

The role requires field leadership, communication, and the ability to interpret job specifications. A valid driver’s license is required; company benefits include retirement and health coverage.