Tree Service Foreman — Safety-First Field Leader

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc.; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Drug-Free Workplace

Accessibility accommodations

Job summary

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc. is seeking a General Foreman to lead field operations, promote a strong safety culture, and ensure client satisfaction. The role emphasizes workforce development, resource planning, and adherence to safety and quality standards across projects.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in tree services as a foreman or equivalent, with preferred ISA herbicide certification and a CDL. Effective communication and leadership are essential to manage crews and deliver reliable

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of tree industry experience as a foreman or equivalent
• ISA certification herbicide license and CDL license preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of tree industry safety standards and requirements
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Promotes and maintains a safety culture as a role model and supports training and development
• Responds to customer needs and ensures high-quality customer service
• Develops and retains workforce, evaluates skills, and fosters safety and growth
• Manages tools, PPE, and supplies to support the workforce
• Assists in payroll, billing, and reporting; handles time sheets and related forms
• Coordinates incidents investigations, root-cause analysis, and stand-downs with crews
• Plans, schedules, and allocates resources to meet project needs and customer expectations
• Engages HR and other avenues to attract suitable candidates
• Maintains environmental stewardship and regulatory compliance
• Communicates with stakeholders to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency

Job description

Penn Line Tree Service, Inc. is seeking a General Foreman to lead field operations, promote a strong safety culture, and ensure client satisfaction. The role emphasizes workforce development, resource planning, and adherence to safety and quality standards across projects.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in tree services as a foreman or equivalent, with preferred ISA herbicide certification and a CDL. Effective communication and leadership are essential to manage crews and deliver reliable