Line Clearance Foreman
Davey Tree Expert•Springfield, OH
•Onsite
About The Position
Davey Utility Line Clearance is hiring an experienced Line Clearance Crew Foreman/Foreperson to service the Springfield, Ohio region. The foreman leads a 2–5 person tree crew performing tree pruning and removal for major electric utility providers. The work is on site and includes maintaining, preparing, and operating tree-care tools and equipment. This is a permanent, full-time hourly position, with travel expectations of up to 25%. The stated hourly rate is $25.33–$27.58, depending on line-clearance or industry experience, skill set, and CDL status.
Requirements
- Line-clearance experience or other related tree-work experience.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire.
- Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR, and defensive driving course upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A or B with Air Brake Endorsement, or willingness to obtain one.
- Climbing experience.
- Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law.
- ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional certification.
Responsibilities
- Lead a 2–5 person tree crew performing tree pruning and removal safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers.
- Prune treetops and repair damaged trees by trimming or removal.
- Remove broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects.
- Apply tree-identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines.
- Inspect job sites and properly plan and execute assigned work and tasks.
- Maintain, prepare, and operate tools and equipment, including chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
- Mentor and train new employees.
Benefits
- Group health plans
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- 401(k) with up to a 4% company match, subject to eligibility; union employees are not eligible for a 401(k) plan but may be eligible for locally negotiated pension plans
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with an opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount
- Holidays and paid time off
- Payroll savings plan
- Charitable matching gift program
- Employee referral bonus program
- Employee Educational Scholarship
- Davey Family Scholarship
- 20% discount on Davey services
- Cell phone discounts
- Vehicle purchase discount program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
