Foreman​/NIPSCO

Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co.
Location: La Porte, IN
Work Site: On Site
Req : 218240

Davey Utility Line Clearance, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is pleased to offer a key opportunity in the field of Utility Line Clearance as a Foreman.

• Provides crew supervision and line clearing and tree trimming services for major electric utility providers.
• Services include pruning treetops, removing broken limbs from wires, roofs, and other objects, and repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal.
• Directs crew members and equipment and plans and executes 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 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 if necessary.
• Line clearance certification if working near utility transmission lines.
• Electric utility tree trimming/climbing experience preferred.

We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels.

• Group health plans*
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance*
• Life insurance*
• Paid parental leave
• 401k with up to a 4% company match**
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan:
  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 all Davey services*
• Cell phone discounts*
• Vehicle purchase discount program*
• Plus, so much more!

* All listed benefits available to eligible employees on Day 1.

** Union employees are not eligible for a 401k plan, but may be eligible to join pension plans negotiated by their local union.

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.

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.

Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%