Lead Utility Tree Crew Foreman

Davey Tree Expert Co.; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 54,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Overtime opportunities

Employee-owned company

Job summary

Davey Tree Surgery Co. is seeking a dynamic utility foreperson/foreman to lead a crew of 2-5 in performing tree pruning and removal for major electric utility providers. The job is outdoors with daily field work, and safety is emphasized.

The candidate should have at least two years of utility line clearance experience, a valid driver's license, and be prepared to complete required safety and driver training upon hire. CDL is preferred. Travel and overtime opportunities exist.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in utility line clearance tree trimming.
• Line clearance experience or other related tree work.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a 2-5 person tree crew in pruning and removal for utilities.
• Prune treetops and remove damaged trees as needed.
• Remove broken limbs from utility lines and structures.
• Apply tree identification knowledge and pruning guidelines.
• Perform job-site planning and execution of tasks.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment (chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Mentor and train new employees.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Leadership potential

Two years utility line clearance tree

Tools

Driver’s license (valid)

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Job description

Davey Tree Surgery Co. is seeking a dynamic utility foreperson/foreman to lead a crew of 2-5 in performing tree pruning and removal for major electric utility providers. The job is outdoors with daily field work, and safety is emphasized.

The candidate should have at least two years of utility line clearance experience, a valid driver's license, and be prepared to complete required safety and driver training upon hire. CDL is preferred. Travel and overtime opportunities exist.