Safety-Driven Field Foreperson — Utility Crews

Xylem Tree Experts; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

XKIG, based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, seeks a General Foreperson to coordinate crews, equipment, and materials to complete jobs safely, efficiently, and profitably. You will supervise multiple crews, enforce safety rules, and ensure proper operation of all equipment.

Responsibilities include dispatching crews, training staff, maintaining equipment, controlling costs, and coordinating with utility representatives.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred.
• Previous experience as a General Foreperson preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate crews, equipment, tools, and supplies to complete jobs efficiently, correctly, and profitably.
• Follow and enforce safe practices and rules.
• Keep utility company representatives informed of crew and equipment.
• Establish and monitor maintenance and cleanliness of equipment and facilities.
• Dispatch crews promptly to job sites.
• Teach safety regulations and ensure 100% compliance.
• Instruct employees how to operate equipment and use materials safely.
• Ensure first aid equipment is readily available.
• Assist in filling out accident reports and investigate causes.
• Hire, train, and discipline employees.
• Determine workable hours and approve time; minimize non-chargeable hours and overtime.
• Maintain morale and handle basic grievances.
• Determine efficient methods for each job considering location, season, crew availability, equipment, and materials.
• Use and transport materials to avoid waste and hazards.
• Control productivity and utilize tools and equipment fully.
• Ensure sufficient materials and equipment for each job.
• Accountable for tools, equipment, safety devices, materials, and supplies.
• Store equipment and materials safely at night.
• Know operating conditions and schedule maintenance as needed.
• Know operation of each piece and ensure proper equipment for each job.
• Ensure drivers have proper driving cards and are approved to drive company vehicles.
• Ensure employees have proper certifications and qualifications.
• Perform duties for storm work as needed.

Skills

Supervision

Delegation

Communication

Safety compliance

Training

Scheduling

Logistics

Driving license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

XKIG, based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, seeks a General Foreperson to coordinate crews, equipment, and materials to complete jobs safely, efficiently, and profitably. You will supervise multiple crews, enforce safety rules, and ensure proper operation of all equipment.

Responsibilities include dispatching crews, training staff, maintaining equipment, controlling costs, and coordinating with utility representatives.