Tree Trimmer Foreperson- Union

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Effingham (IL); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical

Vision

Dental

Meal per diem when applicable

Pension Plan

Health and Welfare Fund

As Outlined in Current Union Contract

Descripción de la vacante

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Trimmer/Climber Foreperson to plan and lead daily crew work on utility line projects. You will train crew members, enforce safety standards, and coordinate access with property owners to ensure on-time, damage-free work.

The role emphasizes leadership, field training, and accurate reporting while operating under a union wage scale with comprehensive benefits. Valid driver’s license and ability to work at heights are required.

Formación

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Understand drawings and symbols for lines and voltages.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized.
• Able to drive a company vehicle and work at heights.

Responsabilidades

• Plan, coordinate, and assign daily crew work from orders.
• Train and retrain crew on new or revised units.
• Enforce safe work practices per policy and OSHA guidelines.
• Obtain access permissions from property owners before work.
• Maintain records, timesheets, and reports of crew performance.
• Promote good customer relations and protect public safety.
• Investigate minor damage claims and report incidents as needed.
• Ensure compliance with DOT maintenance and vehicle inspections.

Conocimientos

Excellent communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Willing to pay union dues

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

Description Trimmer / Climber Foreperson Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt Local 702 Benefits Listing*

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Meal per diem when applicable
• Pension Plan
• Health and Welfare Fund
• As Outlined in Current Union Contract and Benefits Package.

$24.90 - $36.08 hourly as applicable per union wage scale Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Plans, coordinates, and assigns daily work for the crew after receiving/interpreting orders from a General Foreperson/Supervisor.
• Conducts field training/retraining, instructing crew on new or revised job units.
• Enforces safe work practices, as experience, judgment, company policy, and OSHA specify and conducts safety training following company policies and procedures.
• Discusses with property owner/customer(s) issues such such as obtaining access, power interruption, work to be done, responsibility for apparent property damage; refers controversial cases to the General Foreperson.
• Obtains oral or written permission from property owners to perform required work.
• Promotes and maintains good customer and public relations through effective completion of assigned work and the appropriate behavior of employees on the crew.
• May be delegated the authority to investigate incident reports, damage claims, etc., and to settle minor damage claims.
• Maintains accurate records, timesheets, and reports related to the performance of the crew operation.
• Controls crew costs, including effective use of people power, work methods, operation of equipment, etc.
• Furnishes General Foreperson and utility representative with reports of orders completed, units of work completed, crew time, minor damage repairs and distribution, etc.
• Periodically furnishes reports on incidents, truck breakdowns, private property damage, new employee follow–up, etc.
• Cooperates with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways.
• Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc., to protect employees and safeguard the public from hazards. In emergencies, determines the action to be taken to eliminate hazards to life and property.
• Inspects and makes or provides for necessary repairs to tools, trucks, and other equipment.
• Maintains good housekeeping on the truck and at the work location.
• Responsible for DOT maintenance and inspection requirements on all required vehicles.
• Keeps informed regarding new equipment, specifications, standard practices, operating procedures, and customer and company employee relations policies and practices, including EEO and AA policies. Requests repair or replacement, when necessary.
• Carries out Trimmer/Climber Tasks as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Requires the understanding of drawings and symbols representing lines, voltages, line equipment, etc.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Posses organization skills and be able to multi-task.
• Capable of adjusting to field requirements and take independent action without close supervision.
• Able to safely drive an approved company vehicle.
• Able to work with hands above head for extended periods of time.
• Due to the capacity of existing equipment, the weight of the employee should not exceed approximately 300 pounds.
• No fear of heights.
• Willing to pay union dues.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

Pre-Screen

• Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications:

• Valid driver's license required.

Travel Requirements:

• Must have transportation to and from the show-up location.

Physical Requirements:

• RARE(less than 10%): Sitting, Kneeling, Crawling, Color Vision, Climbing Stairs.
• OCCASIONAL(up to 33%): Stooping, Squatting, Climbing On/Off Truck, Climbing Ladders, Pushing, Reading.
• FREQUENT(up to 66%): Carrying, Pulling, Lifting up to 50 lbs., Balancing, body-twisting, Hearing/Speech Range, Lifting, Lifting up to 10 lbs., Manual Dexterity, Reading, Speaking Clearly, Walking.
• CONTINUOUS(up to 100%): Standing, Sense of Touch, Gripping, Seeing Distant, Reaching, range-of-motion, Depth Perception, Lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., Climbing Poles, Sense of Touch.

Safety

• Works in proximity to energized power lines.
• Works around excessive noise from machines, chain saw wood chipper, and other equipment with hearing protection.
• Works in all temperatures and weather and will be exposed to nature, i.e., irritating plants and biting or stinging insects, dust, etc.
• Works at varying heights above ground and on unlevel terrain.
• Must be able to walk, climb, and work from ladders, or at various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces, performing mentally/physically demanding work under unfavorable weather conditions while handling equipment or material.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees. Important Information for Applicants:

• Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.
• Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.
• We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.
• Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.