Foreman, Outdoor​/Nature​/Animal Care, Arborist​/ Tree Surgeon

Position Overview

The Davey Tree Surgery Company offers a key opportunity in Utility Line Clearance as a Foreman | Foreperson.

Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co.

Locations: Gulfport, MS

Additional Locations: N/A

Work Site: On Site

Req : 219705

• Provides crew supervision and line clearing and tree trimming services for major electric utility providers.
• Services provided include pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal, and removing broken limbs from wires, roofs, and other objects.
• Directs crew members and equipment, planning and executing 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.
• Ability to perform all above mentioned functions.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Driver’s license required;
  Commercial driver’s license preferred but not required.
• Certificates and Licenses as necessary: pesticide license if required by state law, herbicide license a plus, line clearance certification if working 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 US 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.
• All listed benefits available to eligible employees.

Pre‑employment Drug Screen and Social Security verification required.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Contact: If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at or

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations: Up to 25%

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research‑driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one.