Lead Utility Line Clearance Foreman

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Health plan

Employee-owned company

Job summary

Davey Tree Surgery Co. in the United States seeks a Foreman to supervise a crew performing utility line clearance and tree trimming for major electric providers. You will direct crews, plan tasks, and ensure safety and proper use of tools and equipment on site.

The role requires CDL with airbrake, climbing/tree trimming experience, and related certifications. Competitive benefits and advancement opportunities are offered across a nationwide employer-owned company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• REQUIRED: Commercial driver’s license with airbrake endorsement.
• Certificates and licenses if necessary.
• Pesticide license, if required by state law.
• Herbicide license a plus.
• Line clearance certification if working near utility transmission lines.
• ISA Certified Tree Worker certification or willingness to obtain.
• REQUIRED: Electric utility tree trimming/climbing experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides crew supervision and line clearing and tree trimming services for major electric utility providers.
• Services provided include pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal as well as removing broken limbs from wires, roofs, and other objects.
• Directs crew members and equipment as well as planning and executing the assigned work and tasks.
• Responsible to supervise and assist in the proper maintenance, preparation and operation of all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Operates as part of a crew with supporting Groundmen and Trimmer/Climber.
• Ability to perform all above mentioned functions.

Skills

CDL with airbrake

Line clearance experience

Tree climbing

ISA Certified Tree Worker

Pesticide license

Herbicide license

Line clearance certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Davey Tree Surgery Co. in the United States seeks a Foreman to supervise a crew performing utility line clearance and tree trimming for major electric providers. You will direct crews, plan tasks, and ensure safety and proper use of tools and equipment on site.

The role requires CDL with airbrake, climbing/tree trimming experience, and related certifications. Competitive benefits and advancement opportunities are offered across a nationwide employer-owned company.