Foreperson: Mountain City, TN

Xylem Tree Experts • Mountain City, TN

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About The Position

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

The position performs and oversees tree trimming and removal, brush and stump treatment, debris handling, job-site cleanup, and equipment and supply management. It includes inspecting completed work, keeping records, conducting truck inspections and job briefings, and responding to emergencies and storm-work needs. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring a background check and drug screen. The role is based in Mountain City, Tennessee, and may require out-of-town travel for storm restoration work.

Requirements

• Be able to meet and demonstrate the qualifications of all positions on a crew.
• Be able to follow verbal or written directives.
• Be able to delegate work and take accountability for crew performance.
• Be able to understand drawings and symbols representing lines, voltages, and line equipment.
• Be able to adjust to field requirements and take independent action without close supervision.
• Have and maintain a driver's license and be able to safely drive a company vehicle; a driver's license is required if hired for a driving position.
• Be able to work outdoors in varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions.
• Be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
• Be able to communicate effectively with others.
• Have the endurance to perform duties throughout a standard eight- or ten-hour day.
• Be able to operate and service all required tools and equipment.
• Be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.
• Be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this safety-sensitive position.
• Meet I-9 work authorization requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Prior 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, and ensure crew members use personal protective equipment.
• Direct crew members and manage equipment each day; assign tasks and supervise performance.
• Plan and execute assigned work safely and professionally, organizing assignments to complete work efficiently.
• Notify property owners of work on their property, obtain permission for tree work or herbicide application, and discuss access, power interruptions, and work to be performed.
• Trim or remove trees using appropriate climbing, lifting, and cutting methods and equipment; 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, 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.
• 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 and perform routine equipment maintenance, or report damaged equipment and supply needs to the General Foreperson.
• Determine appropriate actions in emergencies by eliminating 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, with eligibility and accrual timelines varying by position and potentially by union status.

What This Job Offers

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