Utility Line Clearance Foreman Lead Crew Growth & Benefits

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Athens (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan with company-m​

Employee-owned company & stock options

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus program

Scholarship Program for Children of Em

Charitable matching gift program

Opportunities for advancement

All listed benefits available to elig

Job summary

Wolf Tree, Inc., a Davey Company, seeks a Foreman/Foreperson to lead crew operations in utility line clearance on site in Tennessee. You will supervise line clearance, pruning and tree trimming for electric utilities, ensuring safety and efficiency.

This hands-on leadership role covers directing crew, coordinating equipment (chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts), and maintaining gear. Relevant licenses and ISA certification are valued; CDL may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Driver's license required; CDL may be required depending on job.
• Pesticide license, if required by state law.
• Herbicide license a plus.
• Line clearance certification if working near utility transmission lines.
• ISA Certified Tree Worker certification or willingness to obtain.
• Electric utility tree trimming/climbing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides crew supervision and line clearing and tree trimming services for major electric utility providers.
• Services include pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal and removing broken limbs from wires, roofs or other objects.
• Directs crew members and equipment and plans/executess the assigned work and tasks.
• Responsible to supervise and assist in maintenance, preparation and operation of tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Operates as part of a crew with supporting Groundmen and Trimmer/Climber.

Skills

High school diploma

Driver's license

CDL preferred

Pesticide license

Herbicide license

Line clearance certification

ISA Certified Tree Worker

Tree trimming experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Wolf Tree, Inc., a Davey Company, seeks a Foreman/Foreperson to lead crew operations in utility line clearance on site in Tennessee. You will supervise line clearance, pruning and tree trimming for electric utilities, ensuring safety and efficiency.

This hands-on leadership role covers directing crew, coordinating equipment (chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts), and maintaining gear. Relevant licenses and ISA certification are valued; CDL may be required.