Bucket Foreperson - Myersville, MD

Xylem Tree Experts • Myersville, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Bucket Foreperson coordinates crew members, equipment, tools, and supplies to complete jobs according to contract specifications. This safety-sensitive role directs daily crew work, enforces safe practices, and performs tree-trimming and removal work. The Foreperson has no direct reports but directs crew members in preparing the equipment, tools, and supplies needed for each day’s work. The position may require out-of-town travel for storm restoration work.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of professional experience operating a Bucket Truck.
• Driver’s license required; must maintain a valid license and safely drive a company vehicle if hired for a driving position.
• Ability to meet and demonstrate the qualifications of all positions on a crew.
• Ability to follow verbal or written directives, delegate work, and take accountability for crew performance.
• Ability to understand drawings and symbols representing lines, voltages, and line equipment.
• Ability to adjust to field requirements and take independent action without close supervision.
• Ability to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
• Effective communication skills.
• Endurance to perform duties throughout a standard eight- or ten-hour day.
• Ability to operate and service all required tools and equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.
• Must pass a background check and drug screen as required for this safety-sensitive position.
• Must meet I-9 work authorization requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a Foreperson or Crew Leader.
• CDL.
• Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries.
• High school diploma or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Always follow and enforce safe practices and rules.
• Direct crew members and manage equipment each day; assign specific tasks and supervise performance.
• Plan and execute assigned work safely and professionally, and organize assignments to complete work efficiently.
• Notify private property owners of work on their property, obtain permission for trimming, tree removal, or herbicide application, and discuss access, power interruptions, and planned work with customers or property owners.
• Ensure crew members wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safe practices.
• Trim or remove trees using climbing equipment, ladders, powered lift trucks, or ground-based methods, and use lines to lower branches or trunk sections.
• Spray stumps and brush with hand-spraying equipment to prevent further growth.
• Load and unload trucks with logs, stumps, brush, and debris, and feed brush into a powered chipper.
• Designate break and lunch times.
• Direct job-site cleanup and ensure equipment and supplies are secured on the truck.
• Inspect completed work against job specifications and notify the customer when work is complete.
• Keep accurate records of time, equipment, and materials used.
• Complete daily truck inspections and conduct job briefings as specified by federal law.
• Restock truck supplies, perform routine equipment maintenance, and report damaged equipment or needed supplies to the General Foreperson.
• Determine actions in emergencies to eliminate hazards to life and property.
• Perform storm-work duties as needed.

Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Optional enrollment in a 401(k).
• Paid time off (PTO); eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position and may vary for union hires.
• Depending on position and eligibility, additional compensation may include overtime, premium pay, or other applicable compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED