Trimmer Operator Foreperson

Trimmer Operator Foreperson

Brand:
Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC

Location:

Neenah, WI, United States

Date Posted:
Jan 30, 2026

Requisition Number: 1505

Description

This position ensures the productivity of daily operations, working closely with management to determine recruiting/hiring needs, deadlines, and safety protocols to enforce among the crew. The Foreperson is responsible for troubleshooting routine job site issues and engaging all employees and contractors on required training, managing, and mentoring.

Job Type
:
Full-Time +, Non-Exempt.

Pay
:
Competitive Hourly.

Benefits

• Company-sponsored Retirement Plan
• Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life, long-term/short-term disability insurance

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and assigns daily work for the crew after receiving and interpreting orders from a General Foreperson or Line Clearance Supervisor.
• Conducts field training and retraining, instructing crew on new or revised job units.
• Enforces safe work practices, as experience, judgment, company policy, and OSHA require and conducts safety training according to company policies and procedures.
• Discusses with property owners or customers issues such as obtaining access, power interruption, work to be done, and responsibility for apparent property damage; refers controversial cases to the General Foreperson.
• Obtains oral or written permission from property owners to perform required work.
• Promotes and maintains good customer and public relations through effective completion of assigned work and the appropriate behavior of employees on the crew.
• May be delegated the authority to investigate incident reports, damage claims, etc., and to settle minor damage claims.
• Maintains accurate records, timesheets, and reports related to the performance of the crew operation.
• Controls crew costs, including effective use of people, work methods, and operation of equipment.
• Furnishes General Foreperson and the utility representative with reports of orders completed, units of work completed, crew time, minor damage repairs and distribution.
• Periodically furnishes reports on incidents, truck breakdowns, private property damage, new employee follow up, etc.
• Cooperates with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways.
• Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc., to protect employees and safeguard the public from hazards; in emergencies, determines action to eliminate hazards to life and property.
• Inspects and makes or provides necessary repairs to tools, trucks, and other equipment.
• Maintains good housekeeping on the truck and at the work location.
• Responsible for DOT maintenance and inspection requirements on all required vehicles.
• Keeps informed regarding new equipment, specifications, standard practices, operating procedures, and customer and company employee relations policies and practices, including EEO and AA policies, and requests repair or replacement when necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

• Understanding of drawings and symbols representing lines, voltages, and line equipment.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Organization skills and ability to multi-task.
• Capability to adjust to field requirements and take independent action without close supervision.
• Safety to drive an approved company vehicle.
• Ability to work with hands above head for extended periods.
• Weight not to exceed approximately 300 pounds.
• No fear of heights.

Education & Experience

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 3120 hours of working experience in the line clearance industry required.

Pre-Screen

• Upon offer, employees may be required to subject themselves to a pre-employment drug screen, background and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications

• A valid Commercial Driver's license (CDL) is required.

Physical Requirements

• RARE (less than 10%): crawling, climbing, gripping, lifting up to 50 lbs.
• OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): standing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, body twisting, sense of touch, manual dexterity, lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, climbing stairs, balancing.
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