Line Clearance Foreman – Utility Tree Crew Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Group health plans

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

401k with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Holidays and paid time off

Payroll savings plan

Charitable matching gifts

Employee referral bonus

Employee Educational Scholarship

Davey Family Scholarship

Employee discount on services

Cell phone discounts

Vehicle purchase discount

Job summary

Davey Tree Surgery Co. is seeking an experienced Line Clearance Foreman/Foreperson to lead a crew servicing the Kinsman, OH region. Ideal candidates have climbing experience and/or a CDL, and will manage pruning and removal for major electric utility providers.

You’ll mentor crews, perform site planning, and ensure safe, efficient work while maintaining equipment and compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Love of outdoor work and physical stamina.
• Valid driver’s license is required at hire.
• Line clearance experience or related tree work essential.
• Preferred: CDL Class A or B with Air Brake Endorsement or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Lead a 2–5 person tree crew in pruning and removal for electric utilities.
• Prune treetops and trim/remove damaged trees.
• Remove broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects.
• Apply tree identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines.
• Perform job-site inspections with proper planning and execution.
• Maintain, prepare and operate tools and equipment (chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Mentor and train new employees.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Valid driver’s license

Line clearance experience

Willing to obtain CDL (if required)

Tools

CDL Class A/B with Air Brake Endorsement

Job description

Davey Tree Surgery Co. is seeking an experienced Line Clearance Foreman/Foreperson to lead a crew servicing the Kinsman, OH region. Ideal candidates have climbing experience and/or a CDL, and will manage pruning and removal for major electric utility providers.

You’ll mentor crews, perform site planning, and ensure safe, efficient work while maintaining equipment and compliance with industry standards.