Lead Utility Tree Clearing Foreman

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Brooksville (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) retirement savings plan with a

Employee-owned company & discounted 1

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus program

Locations throughout US

Job summary

The Davey Tree Surgery Company is seeking a Foreman/Foreperson to supervise a crew performing utility line clearance and tree care services for electric utilities. You will lead field operations, plan tasks, and ensure safety and efficiency in pruning, trimming, and removal while coordinating equipment and crew members.

Required experience includes supervising line clearance activities and tree trimming near utilities; licenses and certifications are valued, with accommodations for training and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Driver’s license required. CDL preferred but not required.
• 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.
• Electric utility tree trimming/climbing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides crew supervision and line clearing and tree trimming services for major electric utility providers.
• Pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal; removing broken limbs from wires, roofs, and other objects.
• Directs crew members and equipment and plans and executes the assigned work and tasks.
• Supervises and assists in maintenance, preparation and operation of tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Operates as part of a crew with Groundmen and Trimmer/Climber.
• Performs all above mentioned functions.

Skills

Crew supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Commercial driver’s license (CDL) preferred

Pesticide license (state law)

Herbicide license a plus

Line clearance certification near utility transmission lines

ISA Certified Tree Worker certification

Tools

Hand tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

The Davey Tree Surgery Company is seeking a Foreman/Foreperson to supervise a crew performing utility line clearance and tree care services for electric utilities. You will lead field operations, plan tasks, and ensure safety and efficiency in pruning, trimming, and removal while coordinating equipment and crew members.

Required experience includes supervising line clearance activities and tree trimming near utilities; licenses and certifications are valued, with accommodations for training and