Foreman A (AES)

Pike Corporation•Moraine, OH

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Foreman A is a crew-leader position requiring superior experience and a proven record of leadership. The Foreman leads and coordinates vegetation-management crews, schedules and assigns work, monitors performance, and helps ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently. The role includes communicating with customers and crew members, training and coaching team members in proper pruning techniques, inspecting work and PPE, maintaining records and paperwork, and maintaining company vehicles, equipment, and tools. The Foreman must understand and follow the Line Clearance Contract with the Owner and company safety rules and policies. The position may involve storm restoration, long-distance travel, extended work at varied locations, overtime when requested, outdoor work in inclement weather, physical labor, heights, and confined spaces. Other related duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

At least 2 years of previous experience.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Able to read and communicate effectively in English; able to read and write effectively.
Valid driver’s license.
Broad knowledge of climbing skills and the mechanical and manual technical aspects of electrical line-clearance operations.
Thorough knowledge of natural and directional pruning techniques.
Proven job-performance skills as a top climber (CA).
Working knowledge of crew equipment and tools, including how to operate equipment efficiently and maintain hand tools properly.
Excellent leadership, communication, and people skills; able to receive and follow directions.
Safety-conscious, trustworthy, responsible, ethical, honest, punctual, self-motivated, team-oriented, and customer-service-focused.
Able to travel long distances on short notice and work for extended periods in various locations when required.
Able to lift more than 50 pounds and perform rigorous physical labor.
Able to work at heights and/or in confined spaces and outdoors, frequently in inclement weather.
Understand when to wear PPE and how to use company radios properly.
Must follow company safety rules and company policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish and English.
Commercial Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

Enforce company safety practices and policies, work safely, and help secure the safety of crew members and others through proper tools, safety equipment, and PPE.
Schedule crews efficiently, assign work, coordinate and inspect crew members’ work, and ensure work is carried out as planned.
Maintain required written and computer records and complete company paperwork in accordance with reporting procedures.
Assist fellow workers in meeting project objectives and accept accountability for crew availability.
Maintain good customer and public relations; communicate project issues, concerns, explanations, procedures, and techniques to customers and property owners, and obtain their concurrence with necessary work.
Lead, train, and coach team members in proper natural and directional pruning techniques; assist with on-the-job training for less experienced climbers and bucket operators.
Communicate effectively with crew members so they understand work directives and can communicate work practices to customers and property owners.
Operate vehicles and equipment professionally, safely, and efficiently.
Assist with visual observations and safety checks during vegetation management and cleanup.
Participate in storm restoration efforts when needed and adapt to abrupt changes in plans and schedules.
Understand and adhere to the Line Clearance Contract with the Owner.
Inspect PPE and maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.
Participate in ongoing training to improve technical and leadership skills.
Follow company safety rules, policies, and procedures and perform other related work required to complete the job.