Foreman

Davey Tree Expert•South Hadley, MA

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Davey Utility Line Clearance, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is hiring a Foreman/Foreperson to supervise crews providing utility line-clearance and tree-trimming services for major electric utility providers. The work includes pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees through trimming or removal, and removing broken limbs from wires, roofs, and other objects. The foreman directs crew members and equipment, plans and executes assigned work, and supervises and assists with maintenance, preparation, and operation of tools and equipment. The role works as part of a crew with Groundmen and Trimmer/Climbers and requires the ability to perform the listed line-clearance and tree-work functions. This position is on site in South Hadley, Massachusetts. The new contract is scheduled to start on January 1, 2027. Candidates must live within 30 minutes of South Hadley. Travel expectations are up to 25%.

Requirements

Electric utility tree-trimming and climbing experience is required.
A driver's license is required.
Must live within 30 minutes of South Hadley, Massachusetts.
Ability to perform the listed line-clearance and tree-work functions.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Commercial driver's license preferred but not required.
Pesticide license if required by state law.
Herbicide license is a plus.
Line-clearance certification if working near utility transmission lines.
ISA Certified Tree Worker certification, or willingness to obtain it.

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 and tree-work functions.

Benefits

Paid time off and paid holidays.
Advancement opportunities.
Job-specific equipment and safety gear provided.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
Group Health Plan.
Employee referral bonus program.
Career Development Program supported by industry expert Safety Specialists and Skills Trainers.
Scholarship Program for Children of Employees.
Charitable matching gift program.