General Foreperson - Baton Rouge, LA

Xylem Tree Experts•Baton Rouge, LA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The General Foreperson coordinates crew members, equipment, tools, and supplies in order to complete all jobs efficiently, correctly, and profitably. This role involves ensuring safe practices, managing crew performance, maintaining equipment, and overseeing job completion. The General Foreperson is responsible for hiring, training, and disciplining employees, as well as managing work hours and productivity. They must also ensure sufficient materials and equipment are available and properly stored. The position requires the ability to travel and perform duties for storm work as needed.

Requirements

At least 5 years’ prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred.
Previous experience as a General Foreperson preferred.
High School diploma or education equivalent preferred.
Must be able to supervise the performance of individual employees and various crews’ performance.
Must be able to delegate work and take accountability for the performance of a crew.
Must maintain a professional and effective relationship with employees, customers, and the general public.
Must be able to meet and demonstrate qualifications of all positions on a crew.
Must be able to travel throughout the week to assigned crew locations.
Must possess strong organizational skills.
Must have and maintain a Driver’s License and be able to safely drive a company vehicle.
Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions.
Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
Must be able to effectively communicate with others.
Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.
Position requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.
Must meet I-9 requirements.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years’ prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries.
Previous experience as a General Foreperson.

Responsibilities

Coordinate crew members, equipment, tools, and supplies to complete jobs efficiently, correctly, and profitably.
Enforce safe practices and rules.
Keep utility company representatives informed of crew members and equipment.
Establish and monitor systems for proper maintenance and cleanliness of equipment and facilities.
Ensure prompt dispatch of crews to job sites.
Teach all safety regulations to crew members and ensure 100% compliance.
Instruct employees on safe operation of equipment and use of materials.
Ensure first aid equipment is readily available.
Assist in filling out accident reports promptly and completely, and investigate causes of accidents.
Hire, train, and discipline employees.
Determine workable hours and approve all submitted time.
Keep non-chargeable hours and overtime to a minimum.
Maintain good morale and handle basic grievances.
Study and determine the most efficient way to handle each job.
Use and transport materials and chemicals to avoid waste, loss, and hazards.
Control productivity of each crew member and utilize tools and equipment to their fullest.
Ensure sufficient and appropriate materials and equipment are available for each job.
Be accountable for all tools, equipment, safety devices, materials, and supplies.
Store equipment and materials safely each night.
Know operating conditions of all equipment and recommend/schedule maintenance.
Ensure proper and complete operation of each piece of equipment and that crew members use the right equipment.
Ensure all drivers possess the proper driving card and are approved to drive.
Ensure all employees have the proper certifications and qualifications.
Perform duties for storm work as needed.