Exp'd Climbing Foreman

Davey Tree Expert•Huntsville, AL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Davey Tree Surgery Company is hiring an experienced Foreman/Foreperson for utility line clearance work in Huntsville and Decatur, Alabama. This onsite role supervises a crew providing line-clearing and tree-trimming services for major electric utility providers. Work includes pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees through trimming or removal, and clearing broken limbs from wires, roofs, and other objects. The foreperson directs crew members and equipment, plans and carries out assigned work, and supervises and assists with the proper maintenance, preparation, and operation of tools and equipment. The role works as part of a crew alongside Groundmen and Trimmer/Climbers and requires the ability to perform the described duties. The position is permanent and full-time, with travel expectations of up to 25%.

Requirements

A driver's license is required.
Ability to perform the listed job functions.
High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Commercial driver's license is preferred but not required.
Pesticide license if required by state law.

Nice To Haves

Herbicide license.
Line clearance certification if working near utility transmission lines.
ISA Certified Tree Worker certification, or willingness to obtain it.
Electric utility tree-trimming or climbing experience.

Responsibilities

Supervise crews performing utility line clearance and tree-trimming services for major electric utility providers.
Prune treetops and repair damaged trees through trimming or removal.
Remove broken limbs from wires, roofs, and other objects.
Direct crew members and equipment and plan and execute assigned work and tasks.
Supervise and assist with the proper maintenance, preparation, and operation of tools and equipment, including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
Work as part of a crew with Groundmen and Trimmer/Climbers.
Perform the listed line-clearance, tree-trimming, and crew duties.

Benefits

Paid time off.
Opportunities for advancement.
Job-specific equipment and safety gear provided.
401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
Group Health Plan.
Employee referral bonus program.
Career Development Program supported by industry experts, safety specialists, and skills trainers.
Scholarship Program for Children of Employees.
Charitable matching gift program.
Benefits are available to eligible employees.