Tree Trimming Foreman

Delta Montrose Electric Association-posted 8 months ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Delta, CO
Utilities
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Responsible for assisting, directing and supervising the activities of the tree trimming crews. This position engages in vegetation control and routine and emergency maintenance of DMEA's system. This position requires the ability to work with or around hazardous equipment and to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time. This position is part of a union position and requires candidates to be willing to join the applicable union upon hiring.

  • Supervises Tree Trimmers in maintenance and construction projects, right-of-way clearing, line clearance, access, system improvements, brush control and all other associated tree trimming activities.
  • Oversee and perform a variety of tree trimming tasks and work.
  • Working as the ground person, from a bucket truck, or a tree to trim tree and/or fell trees and remove branches obstructing existing energized lines or proposed electric line routes.
  • Must be able to read and interpret maps to ensure work orders are completed correctly.
  • Responsible for responding to emergency power outages caused by storms or accidents and regular pre-planned maintenance and new construction to assist Line Crews as needed.
  • Assist in coordinating tree permits from the Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management and respective City/Town and County Planners as needed.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of procedures and practices for vegetation control.
  • Responsible for instructing the Tree Trimming crews in these practices including monitoring their performance and recommending continued development.
  • Assists the Vegetation Management Supervisor in providing the necessary training for Tree Trimmer crews to remain compliant with all OSHA, state, and local government regulations.
  • Performs a variety of tree trimming techniques including felling, climbing with ropes, saddles and gaffs to prune and remove live and dead limbs.
  • Uses power and manual operated equipment, chainsaw, pruner, ropes, hand tools, bucket truck, etc.
  • Assembles, inspects, loads and transports necessary materials, supplies and tools.
  • Inspects and services vehicles and equipment.
  • Drives and operates utility vehicle, brush chipper, trailer, dump bed, lift truck, and bush mower to remove brush and wood.
  • Handle inquiries from and situations with members of the public and coworkers in a courteous and respectful manner.
  • Report complaints to Vegetation Manager immediately.
  • Responsible for notifying Vegetation Manager and leading the other Tree Trimmers in rescue protocols including the use of spikes, saddles, climbing ropes.
  • Assists Vegetation Management Supervisor with special projects as needed.
  • High School diploma or equivalent required (GED).
  • Five (5) or more years of tree trimming experience required.
  • Proficiency using a computer and Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and Outlook).
  • Must have or obtain extensive knowledge of the operation of power and manual operated equipment.
  • Possess organizational and time management, problem solving and decision-making skills.
  • Must have knowledge and understanding of electrical distribution and transmission system operation and hardware.
  • Must maintain and apply a working knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code (NESC), ANSI A300, ANSI Z133, and OHSA 1910.269(r).
  • Valid Class B CDL with airbrakes endorsement and the ability to obtain a Class A CDL within ninety (90) days from the date of hire.
  • CO Flagging certification or the ability to obtain within one (1) year from date of hire.
  • First Aid and CPR certification required upon hire within 180 days from date of hire.
  • Must complete and pass DMEA's select basic electricity modules and tree and bucket rescue and retrieval courses within one (1) year from date of hire.
  • International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist preferred.
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