General Foreperson -Charleston, WV

Xylem Tree Experts • Charleston, WV

23h • 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 equipment, training employees, and overseeing job completion. The General Foreperson is responsible for the productivity and morale of the crew, as well as the safe and efficient use of resources.

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.
• Must meet I-9 requirements.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.

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.
• High School diploma or education equivalent.

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.
• Hire, train, and discipline employees.
• Determine workable hours and approve all time submitted by employees, keeping 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.
• Account 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 crew members use the right equipment for each job.
• Ensure drivers possess the proper driving card and are approved to drive.
• Ensure employees have proper certifications and qualifications.
• Perform duties for storm work as needed.
• Supervise the performance of individual employees and various crews' performance.
• Delegate work and take accountability for crew performance.
• Maintain a professional and effective relationship with employees, customers, and the general public.
• Meet and demonstrate qualifications of all positions on a crew.
• Travel throughout the week to assigned crew locations.
• Work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions.
• Obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR.
• Effectively communicate with others.
• Travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.
• Pass a background check and drug screen.

Benefits

• Health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental.
• Option for enrollment in a 401K.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - Eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position.

What This Job Offers

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