Senior Foreperson - Utility Field Operations

Xylem Tree Experts; Delaware (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

XKIG is seeking a General Foreperson to lead and coordinate electric utility vegetation management crews. You will supervise multiple crews, ensure safety rules are followed, and optimize scheduling and resource use on different job sites across the region.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to travel to crew locations as needed. A high school diploma and prior supervisory experience are preferred, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Must supervise the performance of individual employees and various crews’ performance.
• Must delegate work and take accountability for the performance of a crew.
• Must travel throughout the week to assigned crew locations.
• Must maintain a professional and effective relationship with employees, customers, and the general public.

Responsibilities

• The General Foreperson has all crew positions as direct reports.
• Hire, train, and discipline employees.
• Determine workable hours and approve all time submitted by employees (chargeable and non-chargeable); Keeps non-chargeable hours and overtime to a minimum.
• Maintain good morale and handle basic grievances.
• Study and determine most efficient way to handle each job, considering factors like location, season, crew availability, equipment, materials.

Skills

Supervision

Delegation

Communication

Organization

Travel

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

XKIG is seeking a General Foreperson to lead and coordinate electric utility vegetation management crews. You will supervise multiple crews, ensure safety rules are followed, and optimize scheduling and resource use on different job sites across the region.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to travel to crew locations as needed. A high school diploma and prior supervisory experience are preferred, with a focus on safety and efficiency.