Foreperson - Franklin, NC

Xylem Tree Experts • Franklin, NC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Foreperson coordinates crew members, equipment, tools, and supplies to complete jobs according to contract specifications. The role requires previous professional line-clearance experience as a climber, trimmer, or bucket operator, with experience in tree removals and hazard trees specifically sought. The Foreperson directs crew members and manages daily work, equipment, and job assignments; performs tree trimming and removal work; and ensures that work is completed safely, professionally, efficiently, and to specifications. The position also involves communicating with property owners and customers, maintaining records and equipment, and responding to storm work as needed.

This is a safety-sensitive, full-time position based in Franklin, North Carolina. It requires outdoor work in varying and sometimes adverse weather, the ability to perform duties throughout a standard eight- or ten-hour day, and travel out of town for storm restoration when needed. The Foreperson has no direct reports but directs crew members in preparing for daily work. A driver’s license is required, and a CDL is preferred. Candidates must meet I-9 work authorization requirements and pass a background check and drug screen as required for the job.

Requirements

• Previous professional experience in line clearance as a climber, trimmer, or bucket operator.
• Experience with tree removals and hazard trees is specifically sought.
• Maintain a driver’s license; safely drive a company vehicle when hired for a driving position.
• Be able to meet and demonstrate the qualifications of all positions on a crew.
• Follow verbal and written directives.
• Delegate work and take accountability for crew performance.
• Understand drawings and symbols representing lines, voltages, and line equipment.
• Adjust to field requirements and take independent action without close supervision.
• Obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
• Communicate effectively with others.
• Have the endurance to perform duties throughout a standard eight- or ten-hour day.
• Operate and service all required tools and equipment.
• Work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions.
• Travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.
• Pass a background check and drug screen as required for this safety-sensitive position.
• Meet I-9 work authorization requirements.

Nice To Haves

• CDL.
• Experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries.
• High school diploma or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Follow and enforce safe practices and rules.
• Direct crew members and manage equipment each day; assign tasks and supervise performance.
• Plan and execute assigned work safely and professionally, organizing job assignments for efficiency.
• Notify property owners when entering their property, obtain permission for tree work or herbicide application, and discuss access, power interruptions, and planned work with customers or property owners.
• Ensure crew members wear personal protective equipment and follow safe job practices.
• Trim and remove trees using climbing equipment, lift trucks, or ground-based tools; cut branches or trunk sections and lower them with lines.
• Spray stumps and brush with hand-spraying equipment to prevent further growth.
• Load and unload logs, stumps, brush, and debris, or 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 and perform routine equipment maintenance, or report damaged equipment and needed supplies to the General Foreperson.
• Determine appropriate actions in emergencies to eliminate hazards to life and property.
• Perform storm-work duties as needed.
• Direct crew members in preparing the equipment, tools, and supplies needed for each day’s work.

Benefits

• Health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental.
• Option to enroll in a 401(k).
• Paid time off (PTO); eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position.
• Depending on position and eligibility, additional compensation may include overtime, premium pay, or other forms of compensation.

What This Job Offers

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