Foreman, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor, Arborist​/ Tree Surgeon

Company: Wolf Tree, Inc.

Location: Chattanooga, TN

Position Overview: Wolf Tree, a Davey Company, offers a key opportunity in the field of Utility Line Clearance as a Foreman/Foreperson.

• Provides crew supervision and line clearing and tree trimming services for major electric utility providers.
• Prunes treetops, repairs damaged trees by trimming or removal, and removes broken limbs from wires, roofs, and other objects.
• Directs crew members and equipment, and plans and executes the assigned work and tasks.
• Supervises and assists in the proper maintenance, preparation, and operation of all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Operates as part of a crew with supporting Groundmen and Trimmer/Climber.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Driver’s license required; commercial driver’s license preferred and may be required, depending on job requirements.
• Pesticide license (required by state law, if applicable).
• Herbicide license (a plus).
• Line clearance certification (mandatory near utility transmission lines).
• ISA Certified Tree Worker certification or willingness to obtain.
• Electric utility tree trimming/climbing experience preferred.

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
• Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options.
• Group Health Plan.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Locations throughout the U.S. in major cities and desirable areas.
• Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists & skills trainers.
• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees.
• Charitable matching gift program.

• Employment Type:
  
  Permanent.
• Job Type: Full Time.
• Travel Expectations:
  Up to 25%.
• Accommodations:
  Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. As a service provider, our success depends upon our ability to attract and retain qualified personnel, regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, state or local law.