Foreperson - Conway, AR

Xylem Tree Experts • Conway, 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 crew members, organizes and plans work, enforces safe practices, and ensures completed work meets job specifications. The Foreperson also handles customer and property-owner communication, equipment and supply readiness, recordkeeping, job-site cleanup, and emergency response. Storm-restoration duties may require out-of-town travel. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring a background check and drug screen. Applicants must meet I-9 work authorization requirements; the employer participates in E-Verify. The position has no direct reports but directs crew members in preparing for daily work.

Requirements

• Must be able to meet and demonstrate the qualifications of all positions on a crew.
• Must be able to follow verbal or written directions.
• 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; must be able to safely drive a company vehicle when 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 be able to 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.
• High school diploma or equivalent education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow and enforce safe practices and rules, and ensure crew members wear required personal protective equipment.
• Direct crew members and manage equipment; assign tasks, supervise performance, and organize work for efficiency.
• Plan and execute assigned work safely and professionally according to contract specifications.
• Notify private property owners about work on their property, obtain permission when needed, and discuss access, power interruptions, and planned work with customers or property owners.
• Trim or remove trees using climbing equipment, lift trucks, ground-based tools, and saws; cut and lower branches or trunk sections safely.
• Apply stump and brush treatments using hand-spraying equipment to prevent further growth.
• Load and unload trucks with logs, stumps, brush, and debris, and feed brush into powered chippers as needed.
• 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 needed supplies to the General Foreperson.
• Respond to emergencies by determining appropriate actions to eliminate hazards to life and property.
• Perform storm-work duties as needed.
• Direct crew members in preparing the equipment, tools, and supplies required for each workday.

Benefits

• Health insurance benefits, including medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 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