Tree Crew Foreperson

ISA Certified Arborist; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Xylem Tree Experts seeks a Foreperson to coordinate crews, equipment, and supplies to complete vegetation management jobs to contract specifications. The role emphasizes safety, communication, and efficient task delegation.

Responsibilities include directing crew, planning daily work, ensuring PPE usage, and reporting progress to clients. This full-time position requires outdoor work, driving, and potential storm restoration travel in varying conditions.

Qualifications

• Must pass background check and drug screen.
• Driver's license required and ability to drive company vehicle.
• Ability to travel for storm restoration work.
• Ability to read drawings and symbols representing lines and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate crew, equipment, and supplies to complete jobs safely and on contract specifications.
• Direct crew members and manage equipment each day.
• Assign tasks and supervise performance of crew.
• Plan and execute work safely and professionally.
• Ensure PPE use and safe practices on site.
• Inspect work and notify customer upon completion.

Skills

Crew supervision

Safety compliance

Communication

Driver's license

Outdoor work

First aid/CPR

Read drawings

Storm restoration travel

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Ladder safety equipment

Power saws & pruners

Chipper operation

Job description

Xylem Tree Experts seeks a Foreperson to coordinate crews, equipment, and supplies to complete vegetation management jobs to contract specifications. The role emphasizes safety, communication, and efficient task delegation.

Responsibilities include directing crew, planning daily work, ensuring PPE usage, and reporting progress to clients. This full-time position requires outdoor work, driving, and potential storm restoration travel in varying conditions.