Line Clearance Foreman: Lead 2–5 Crew in Utility Pruning

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 53,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health plans

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

401k with match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Holidays and PTO

Payroll savings plan

Charitable matching gifts

Employee referrals

Educational scholarships

Company discounts

Job summary

Davey Tree Surgery Co. in Springfield, OH is seeking an experienced Line Clearance Crew Foreman to lead a 2-5 person crew in pruning, removal and utility-line work for major electric providers.

CDL holder and climbing experience preferred, with on-site supervision and safety leadership. You will supervise job-sites, train new employees, ensure tool readiness (chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts) and follow Davey safety standards.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors
• Ability to complete orientation program on hire
• Ability to complete First Aid/CPR and defensive driving courses on hire
• Required: valid driver’s license
• Preferred: CDL-Class A or B with Air Brake Endorsement or willingness to obtain
• Required: line clearance experience or related tree work
• Preferred: pesticide licenses/certificates as required by state law
• Preferred: ISA Arborist/Tree Worker/TCIA safety credentials

Responsibilities

• Lead a 2-5 person tree crew in pruning and removal for major electric utility providers.
• Prune treetops and repair damaged trees; remove broken limbs from lines and structures.
• Inspect job-sites with proper planning and execution of tasks.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment (chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Mentor and train new employees.

Skills

Line clearance experience

CDL holder

Leadership

Climbing experience

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Davey Tree Surgery Co. in Springfield, OH is seeking an experienced Line Clearance Crew Foreman to lead a 2-5 person crew in pruning, removal and utility-line work for major electric providers.

CDL holder and climbing experience preferred, with on-site supervision and safety leadership. You will supervise job-sites, train new employees, ensure tool readiness (chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts) and follow Davey safety standards.