Utility Line Clearance General Foreman

Tree Care Partners LLC•Foxborough, MA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

The Utility Line Clearance General Foreman oversees multiple tree-trimming and vegetation management crews. They act as the primary operational liaison between field crews, utility company representatives, property owners, and corporate management.

Requirements

3–5+ years in utility line clearance work, including prior experience as a Crew Foreman.
Valid Driver's License (Class A or B Commercial Driver's License / CDL often preferred/required).
EHAP (Electrical Hazard Awareness Program), First Aid, and CPR certifications.
Strong leadership, knowledge of tree identification/biology, storm-response readiness, and proficiency with digital reporting software/tablets.

Nice To Haves

National Grid & Eversource protocols are preferred.
ISA Certified Arborist or Certified Tree Care Safety Professional (CTSP) is a plus.
Class A or B Commercial Driver's License / CDL often preferred/required.

Responsibilities

Plan, schedule, and assign daily work orders and equipment to multiple field crews.
Conduct field quality checks to ensure pruning meets ANSI A300, ISA standards, and utility customer specifications.
Monitor crew productivity, work hours, equipment usage, and progress reporting.
Enforce strict adherence to OSHA regulations, ANSI Z133 standards, and Electrical Hazard Awareness Programs (EHAP).
Conduct site safety audits, tailgate meetings, pre-trip vehicle inspections, and accident investigations.
Ensure proper work-zone traffic control setup (barricades, signs, flaggers).
Serve as the main point of contact for utility arborists and municipal inspectors.
Handle property owner notifications, easement questions, and customer complaints.
Oversee maintenance and safe operation of bucket trucks, chippers, chain saws, and specialized clearing machinery.
Ensure equipment receives routine servicing and prompt repairs.