Foreperson - Searcy, AR

Xylem Tree Experts • Searcy, AR

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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 crew activities, assigns work, monitors performance, and ensures work is performed safely and professionally. The Foreperson also communicates with customers and property owners, inspects completed work, maintains accurate job records, and ensures trucks, equipment, and supplies are ready for work. Duties may include storm restoration work and other tasks assigned as business needs change.

Requirements

• Must be able to meet and demonstrate the qualifications of all positions on a crew.
• Ability to follow verbal or written directives, delegate work, and take accountability for crew performance.
• Ability to understand drawings and symbols representing lines, voltages, and line equipment.
• Ability to adjust to field requirements and take independent action without close supervision.
• Must have and maintain a driver's license and safely drive a company vehicle when hired for a driving position.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
• Effective communication skills.
• Endurance to perform duties throughout a standard eight- or ten-hour day.
• Ability to operate and service required tools and equipment.
• Ability to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.
• Must pass a background check and drug screen as required for the job.
• Must meet I-9 work authorization requirements; the employer participates in E-Verify.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Follow and enforce safe work practices and rules, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Direct crew members and manage equipment each day; assign tasks and supervise performance.
• Plan and organize work so that assigned jobs are completed safely, professionally, and efficiently.
• Notify property owners of work on their property, obtain permission where needed, and discuss access, power interruptions, and planned work with customers or property owners.
• Trim and remove trees using climbing equipment, lifts, ground-based methods, and powered or hand-operated tools; cut and lower branches or trunk sections using ropes and lines.
• Spray stumps and brush with hand-spraying equipment to prevent regrowth.
• Load and unload logs, stumps, brush, and debris, and 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 required job briefings.
• Restock truck supplies and perform routine equipment maintenance, or report damaged equipment and needed supplies to the General Foreperson.
• Respond to emergencies by determining actions to eliminate hazards to life and property.
• Perform storm-work duties as needed, including travel out of town for storm restoration.
• Direct crew members in preparing the equipment, tools, and supplies required 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 and may vary for union hires.

What This Job Offers

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