Utility Tree Foreman: Lead Pruning & Line Clearance

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Employee stock options

Overtime opportunities

Scholarship program for children of US

Job summary

Davey Tree Surgery Co. in the United States is seeking a dynamic utility foreperson/foreman to lead a 2-5 person crew in pruning and removing trees for major electric utilities. The role is outdoors with an emphasis on safety and efficiency on job sites.

You will mentor junior staff, operate a range of equipment, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Growth opportunities depend on performance in a stable, employee-owned company environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in utility line clearance tree trimming.
• Line clearance experience or other related tree work.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead a 2-5 person tree crew in performing all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers.
• Pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal
• Removing broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects
• Application of tree identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines
• Perform job-site inspections 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
• How high you grow depends on you!

Skills

Outdoor enthusiasm

Leadership

Safety awareness

Team mentoring

Job description

Davey Tree Surgery Co. in the United States is seeking a dynamic utility foreperson/foreman to lead a 2-5 person crew in pruning and removing trees for major electric utilities. The role is outdoors with an emphasis on safety and efficiency on job sites.

You will mentor junior staff, operate a range of equipment, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Growth opportunities depend on performance in a stable, employee-owned company environment.