Outdoor Tree Care Foreperson – Lead Crew, Safety & Benefits

Xylem Tree Experts; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K enrollment

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Xylem Tree Experts in Raleigh, NC is seeking a capable Foreperson to lead outdoor residential/commercial tree care crews. You will supervise tasks such as removals, pruning, stump grinding, and debris removal, while ensuring safety, customer satisfaction, and proper documentation.

This full-time role includes benefits and opportunities to oversee field operations. The position requires 2+ years in tree care and 2+ years as a foreperson or crew leader, with CDL preferred or obtainable within 90

Qualifications

• Two plus (2 +) years of experience in the tree care industry.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Foreperson/Crew Leader in the tree or construction industry.
• CDL or ability to get one within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Plan, assign, and execute specific tasks safely and professionally and supervise crew performance.
• Coordinate with sales team and quality/production coordinator to ensure timely completion of services.
• Notify private property owners of presence on the property; obtain permission to perform specified services; discuss issues such as obtaining access, power interruption, work to be done, etc. with customer and/or property owner.
• Monitor quality of work and be proactive in bringing issues to the customer’s attention by inspecting the job at the end of each day.
• Monitor and enforce safety protocols on job sites.
• Complete paperwork and submit it via our mobile app including daily before and after photos.
• Responsible for time management for the entire crew and assets.
• Oversee equipment and material usage, and ensure total cleanup.
• Maintain above-standard customer relations
• Meets and demonstrates qualifications for all positions on a crew.
• Delegates work and takes accountability for the performance of the crew.
• Ability to read and understand work orders.
• Experience in safe operations and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Able to adjust to field requirements and take independent action without close supervision.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and clean MVR.
• Knowledge of botanical and common names of trees and plants is a plus.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.

Job description

Xylem Tree Experts in Raleigh, NC is seeking a capable Foreperson to lead outdoor residential/commercial tree care crews. You will supervise tasks such as removals, pruning, stump grinding, and debris removal, while ensuring safety, customer satisfaction, and proper documentation.

This full-time role includes benefits and opportunities to oversee field operations. The position requires 2+ years in tree care and 2+ years as a foreperson or crew leader, with CDL preferred or obtainable within 90