Foreperson - Chiefland, FL

Xylem Tree Experts • Chiefland, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Foreperson coordinates crew members, equipment, tools, and supplies to complete jobs according to contract specifications. The role directs daily crew activities, assigns and supervises tasks, organizes work efficiently, and ensures work is completed safely and professionally. The Foreperson communicates with customers and property owners about access, work to be performed, and other job-related issues, and inspects completed work against specifications.

Duties include utility vegetation management such as trimming and removing trees, spraying stumps and brush, loading and unloading debris, and directing job-site cleanup. The Foreperson also maintains accurate work records, conducts truck inspections and job briefings, keeps equipment and supplies ready, and responds to emergency and storm-work needs. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring a background check and drug screen. The position requires an active CDL.

Requirements

• Must have an active CDL.
• Must be able to meet and demonstrate the qualifications of all positions on a crew.
• Must be able to follow verbal or written directives.
• Must be able to delegate work and take accountability for crew performance.
• Must be able to understand drawings and symbols representing lines, voltages, and line equipment.
• Must be able to adjust to field requirements and take independent action without close supervision.
• Must have and maintain a driver's license and be able to safely drive a company vehicle; a driver's license must be maintained if hired for a driving position.
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with others.
• Must have the endurance to perform duties throughout a standard eight- or ten-hour day.
• Must be able to operate and service all required tools and equipment.
• Must be able 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

• Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries is preferred.
• A high school diploma or equivalent education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow and enforce safe practices and rules.
• Direct crew members and manage equipment each day; assign tasks and supervise crew performance.
• Plan and carry out assigned work safely and professionally, organizing assignments for efficient completion.
• Notify private property owners about work on 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 practices.
• Trim or remove trees using the specified climbing, lifting, ground-based, and cutting methods, and lower cut branches or trunk sections safely.
• Spray stumps and brush with hand-spraying equipment to prevent further growth.
• Load and unload logs, stumps, brush, and debris, and feed brush into a powered chipper.
• Set 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.
• Maintain accurate records of time, equipment, and materials used.
• Complete daily truck inspections and conduct job briefings as required by federal law.
• Restock truck supplies, perform routine equipment maintenance, and report damaged equipment or supply needs to the General Foreperson.
• Determine appropriate action in emergencies to eliminate hazards to life and property.
• Perform storm-work duties as needed and travel out of town for storm restoration when needed.

Benefits

• Health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental.
• Option to enroll in a 401K.
• Paid time off eligibility and accrual, with timing varying by position and potentially by Union status.
• Additional compensation may include overtime, premium pay, or other applicable forms of compensation, subject to position and eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

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