Utility Line Clearance Foreman (CDL Preferred)

Davey Tree Expert Co; Cambridge (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

401k with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Holidays and PTO

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Davey Tree Surgery Co. is seeking an Experienced Line Clearance Foreman/Foreperson (CDL preferred) to oversee a 2–5 person crew delivering pruning and removal services for major electric utilities in Guernsey and Tuscarawas counties, including Cambridge, Dover and New Philadelphia, Ohio.

The role is on-site with CDL preferred or obtainable. We offer extensive benefits and training within a large employee-owned company, including health plans, 401k, stock purchase, and time off programs.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program on hire.
• Ability to complete Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course on hire.
• Required: valid driver’s license.
• Preferred: Commercial Driver’s License - Class A or B with Air Brake Endorsement or willingness to obtain.
• Preferred: line clearance experience or other related tree work.
• Preferred: pesticide and related licenses/certifications if required by state law.
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional.

Responsibilities

• Lead a 2–5 person tree crew in pruning and removal services for major electric utility providers.
• Prune treetops and remove damaged trees; trim or remove limbs.
• Remove broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other structures.
• Apply tree identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines.
• Perform job-site inspections with planning and execution of assignments.
• Maintain, prepare and operate tools and equipment (chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Mentor and train new employees.

Skills

Love of the outdoors

Valid driver’s license

CDL preferred / willing to obtain

ISA Certified Arborist

TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Pro

CDL awareness / safety training

Tools

Aerial lifts

Chainsaws

Chippers

Job description

Utility Line Clearance Foreman (CDL Preferred)

Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co.
Locations: Cambridge, OH
Additional Locations: Guernsey County, OH; Dover, OH; New Philadelphia, OH; Tuscarawas County, OH
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 228228

Position Overview

Davey Utility Line Clearance, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is pleased to offer a key opportunity as an Experienced Line Clearance Foreman/Foreperson, CDL preferred, joining a team servicing the Guernsey and Tuscarawas County, Ohio regions which includes: Cambridge, Dover, and New Philadelphia.

Job Duties

Lead a2-5 person treecrew inperforming all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully formajor electric utility providers. Including but not limited to:

• Pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal
• Removing broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects
• Application oftree identificationknowledgeand industry pruning guidelines
• Perform job-siteinspections with proper planning and execution of assigned work and tasks
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.
• Mentor and train new employees

Qualifications

What We're Seeking:

• Love of the outdoors
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
• Required: valid driver’s license
• Preferred: Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Air Brake Endorsement or willingness to obtain
• Preferred: line clearance experience or other related tree work
• Preferred: relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional

Additional Information

What we offer:

• Hourly pay $25.00 – 26.00 based on line clearance / industry experience and if a CDL holder.
• Group health plans*
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance*
• Life insurance*
• Paid parental leave
• 401k with up to a 4% company match**
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount
• Holidays and paid time off*
• Payroll savings plan*
• Charitable matching gift program*
• Employee referral bonus program*
• Employee Educational Scholarship*
• Davey Family Scholarship*
• 20% discount on all Davey services*
• Cell phone discounts*
• Vehicle purchase discount program*
• Plus, so much more!

* All listed benefits available to eligible employees on Day 1.

** Union employees are not eligible for a 401k plan, but may be eligible to join pension plans negotiated by their local union.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Full time hourly position. Compensation based on qualifications and experience. Generous performance incentive plan. Davey offers excellent benefits, the opportunity to buy Davey stock after 1 year, and industry related training and special Davey training course.

Company Overview

Invest in your future. Join one of the largestemployee-owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

The Davey Tree Surgery Company is based in Livermore, California, and provides a full range of utility tree care and pole test and treat services. TheDavey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations:If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [e-mail] .

Employment Type:Permanent
Job Type:Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%