Line Clearance Foreman - Lead Tree Crew (CDL/Climber)

Davey Tree Expert Co; Kinsman Township (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health plans

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

401k with 4% match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Davey Tree Surgery Co. is seeking an experienced Line Clearance Foreman/Foreperson to lead a 2-5 person crew in Kinsman, OH. The role involves pruning and removing trees for electric utilities, with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

Requirements include a valid driver’s license and line clearance/tree work experience. CDL Class A/B and pesticide licenses are preferred. Company offers extensive benefits and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Orientation Program upon hire.
• Ability to complete 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.
• Required: line clearance experience or other related tree work.
• Preferred: pesticide licenses and certificates if state law requires.
• Preferred: ISA/TCIA certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead a 2-5 person tree crew in pruning and removal for electric utilities.
• Prune treetops and remove damaged trees.
• Remove broken limbs from lines, roofs, and objects.
• Identify trees using industry pruning guidelines.
• Inspect job sites with planning and execution of tasks.
• Maintain and operate tools including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts.
• Mentor and train new employees.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Line clearance experience

Climbing experience

Driver safety/defensive driving

Tree pruning knowledge

Education

ISA Certifications (Arborist/Tree Worker/TCIA Tree Care Safety)

Tools

Chainsaw operation

Aerial lifts

Pruning equipment

Job description

Davey Tree Surgery Co. is seeking an experienced Line Clearance Foreman/Foreperson to lead a 2-5 person crew in Kinsman, OH. The role involves pruning and removing trees for electric utilities, with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

Requirements include a valid driver’s license and line clearance/tree work experience. CDL Class A/B and pesticide licenses are preferred. Company offers extensive benefits and career development opportunities.