Manual Foreman | Line Clearance

Position Overview

Davey Utility Line Clearance, is pleased to offer a key opportunity as an experienced climbing Line Clearance Foreman/Foreperson, joining our team servicing the Kinsman, OH region.

Job Duties

• 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.
• 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 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

Qualifications

• 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
• Required: 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

• Hourly rate $24.00-25.50 based upon line clearance / industry experience and if a CDL holder and/or a climber.
• 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.

Company Overview

Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee-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.