Utility Pole Restoration Foreman

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401k with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Education scholarship

Job summary

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is seeking a UAM Reliability Services Foreperson to lead field crews in pole inspection and restoration projects. You will ensure safety, quality, and compliance while guiding daily activities and mentoring teammates.

You will manage resources, coordinate travel, and partner with safety teams to uphold project standards in a field environment across multiple sites. Strong leadership and GIS data skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and work with limited direct supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, influence, and direct team members.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze problems, anticipate consequences, and implement solutions.
• Knowledge of utility infrastructure such as electric hazard or equipment identification.
• Proficiency in pole inspection and restoration.
• Experience adhering to best practices for utility poles and related infrastructure.
• Ability to work independently in a field setting.
• Valid driver's license with clean MVR; must pass safety course.
• Ability to use electronic field tools (iPads, cameras, GIS).
• Strong communication and mentoring skills.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions safely.
• English language proficiency.
• Experience with Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew to meet safety, quality, production, and compliance metrics.
• Mentor team members and drive performance improvements.
• Coordinate safety programs, risk management, and client requirements.
• Oversee daily pole inspections and reliability tasks for efficiency and safety.
• Communicate progress, issues, and needs to Project Manager.
• Arrange travel accommodations for crew and conduct safety meetings.
• Perform QC inspections to ensure project specifications are met.
• Operate company vehicle and manage field data collection.
• Travel extensively (75–100%) as required by projects.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Field independence

English proficiency

Tools

Google Workspace

GIS software

Job description

Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.
Locations: Oklahoma City, OK
Additional Locations: OK Statewide
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 229936

Position Overview

The UAM Reliability Services Foreperson is responsible for ensuring that projects meet metrics related to safety, quality, production, and compliance. This position involves leading a team of crew members and serving as a subject matter expert in the field. Key responsibilities include allocating and managing resources to meet project deadlines, performing daily physical tasks, and frequent travel. This position supports the inspection, restoration, and enhancement of utility infrastructure. This position is a leadership role, working in a field environment.

Job Duties

• Responsible for ensuring that the project meets metrics related to safety, quality, production, and compliance.
• Responsible for the team's performance and development.
• Responsible for the team's goal setting, safety, quality, and time management.
• Ensure larger, more complex issues are communicated to the Project Manager.
• Responsible for team's time and attendance, hours reporting, and accuracy.
• Serve as a mentor to team members to enhance their understanding of utility pole inspection and restoration best practices and client requirements.
• Partner with the Safety Team to conduct required safety programs and investigations. Submit required documentation.
• Oversee daily utility pole inspections and reliability tasks, ensuring that team members perform their duties efficiently and safely.
• Provide daily support to their team by addressing and resolving day-to-day issues and problems.
• Serve as a front-line coach for the team by providing on-the-job training, skill development, and ongoing performance feedback.
• Communicate daily progress, issues, and needs of the crew to supervisors.
• Arrange and manage travel accommodations for crew members.
• Hold regular safety meetings.
• Ensure all safety protocols and regulations are followed on-site.
• Assist in the hiring, selection, and onboarding of new team members as needed.
• Carry out safety inspections to verify compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Conduct daily quality control (QC) inspections to ensure utility pole inspection and restoration work comply with project specifications and standards.
• Operate a company vehicle in a safe and efficient manner.
• Participate in the preparation of poles for treatment, including assessing the pole surface and applying preservatives.
• Navigate to designated utility pole locations using GPS and other navigation tools.
• Utilize technology, including iPads, cameras, and GIS software, for accurate data collection and documentation in the field.
• Conduct inspections of utility poles to assess their condition and determine the need for treatment and restoration.
• Utilize handheld equipment such as drills, tensioners, and crimpers.
• Excavate holes around utility poles as required for site preparation.
• Backfill holes upon completion of work.
• Assist in the installation of steel trusses, utilizing pneumatic equipment.
• Perform strenuous physical activities, including extensive walking, lifting, and carrying heavy equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and order at job sites including clean-up tasks.
• Professionally interact with landowners to ensure clear communication and understanding of site activities.
• Conduct oneself professionally in public settings while representing Davey Resource Group.
• Keep up to date with technological advancements and integrate new tools into daily operations.
• Ensure the proper care and maintenance of any vehicle and equipment assigned including regular inspections, maintenance checks, and prompt reporting of any issues to the appropriate supervisor or maintenance personnel.
• React safely and appropriately in emergency situations.
• Report and respond timely and accurately to the supervisor.
• Participate in employee and professional training events as assigned.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively (75-100%) as required by project demands
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and work rules.

Qualifications

• Required: Demonstrated ability to prioritize and work with limited direct supervision.
• Required: Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, influence, and direct team members. Exhibits a growth mindset of continuous improvement and learning.
• Required: Demonstrated ability to effectively analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, anticipate consequences, and implement resources.
• Required: Demonstrated knowledge of utility infrastructure such as electric hazard identification, electric equipment identification, or communication equipment identification capability.
• Required: Demonstrated job proficiency in pole inspection and restoration to the extent that one can train and develop others.
• Required: Demonstrated experience in adhering to best practices for working with utility poles and related infrastructure.
• Required: Demonstrated ability in identifying issues and implementing effective solutions in pole inspection and restoration processes.
• Required: Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively in a field setting.
• Required: Valid driver's license along with a clean Motor Vehicle Report. Must pass the Davey Driver's Safety Course.
• Required: Must be able to obtain a pesticide license if working in a state that requires it.
• Required: Ability to use electronic devices and technological tools in the field, including iPads, cameras, and GIS software. Ability to use maps and navigation tools.
• Required: Effectively and clearly communicate in a one-on-one or group setting. Demonstrated ability to provide guidance and mentorship to new employees and collaborate effectively with team members. Draft intelligible, professional, and accurate correspondence in one-on-one and group situations to customers, clients, and other employees.
• Required: Demonstrated ability to accurately and efficiently follow detailed instructions while operating safely.
• Required: English language skills.
• Required: Experience in Google Workspace.
• Preferred: Basic understanding of Spanish is helpful.

Additional Information

What We Offer [Benefits]:

• 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.
* 401k plan not available to union employees, but may be eligible to join pension plans negotiated by their local union.

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.

Utility Asset Management is a division of Davey Resource Group, Inc. (DRG), a Davey company. Davey has been employee-owned since 1979. Our engineering, field services, inspection, and construction teams help keep the world connected, supporting the infrastructure of our electric utility and communications partners. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental and utility infrastructure 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 people, 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 100%