Line Clearance Crew Foreman — Lead Utility Tree Team

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health plans

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

401k with company match

Job summary

Davey Tree Surgery Co. in Akron, OH, seeks an experienced Line Clearance Foreman to lead a 2-5 person crew for utility tree work. CDL holding or climbing experience preferred; strong safety and supervision skills are essential. On-site work with growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

The role requires outdoor enthusiasm, completion of Davey orientation and safety courses, and a valid driver’s license. Union implications not specified.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Must complete Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire.
• Must complete Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire.
• Required: valid driver’s license.
• Preferred: CDL-Class A or B with Air Brake Endorsement or willingness to obtain.
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional.
• Preferred: pesticide licenses if state law requires.

Responsibilities

• Lead a 2-5 person tree crew in performing all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers.
• Pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal.
• Removing broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects.
• Application of tree identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines.
• Perform job-site inspections with proper planning and execution of assigned work and tasks.
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.
• Mentor and train new employees.

Skills

Love of the outdoors

Davey orientation program

First Aid/CPR/defensive driving

Tools

CDL Class A/B

Air Brake Endorsement

Job description

Davey Tree Surgery Co. in Akron, OH, seeks an experienced Line Clearance Foreman to lead a 2-5 person crew for utility tree work. CDL holding or climbing experience preferred; strong safety and supervision skills are essential. On-site work with growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

The role requires outdoor enthusiasm, completion of Davey orientation and safety courses, and a valid driver’s license. Union implications not specified.