Foreman A

About the role

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, and other objects. Directs crew members and equipment, plans and executes assigned work and tasks, and supervises proper 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. Ability to perform all above mentioned functions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise crew members and coordinate daily tasks
• Plan and execute line clearing and tree trimming services for electric utility providers
• Prune treetops and repair damaged trees by trimming or removal
• Remove broken limbs from wires, roofs, and other objects
• Direct crew and equipment operations
• Maintain, prepare, and operate tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Commercial driver’s license with airbrake endorsement (required)
• Electric utility tree trimming/climbing experience (required)
• 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

Benefits

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Union pay and benefits
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
• Employee-owned company with discounted stock purchase options
• Group Health Plan
• Employee referral bonus program
• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
• Charitable matching gift program

Pay

$37 - $39/hour (based on experience)

Schedule

Full-time, permanent position with up to 25% travel expectations.