Senior Foreman — Tree & Line Clearance Crew

The Foreman is a working foreman position with superior experience and proven success in the leadership position.

Essential Functions:

• Enforce safe working practices following company policies and procedures.
• Work safely while performing the task at hand.
• Responsible in efficiently scheduling crews and assigning their work.
• Maintain necessary records (written and computer records).
• Assists fellow workers in meeting project objectives.
• Maintain good customer and public relations.
• Communicate with customers to convey any project related issues, concerns, explanations, procedures, and techniques to be used.
• Lead, train, and coach team members on the proper pruning (natural & directional) techniques.
• Operate vehicles and equipment in a professional and safe manner.
• Assist in visual observation and safety checks in the process of vegetation management and cleaning.
• Readily join storm restoration efforts in times of need.
• Ensure crew members carry out work as planned.
• Adapt quickly to abrupt changes in plans and schedules.
• Understand the Line Clearance Contract with the Owner and be able to adhere to it.
• Effectively communicate with crew members.
• Be safety conscious by securing the safety of yourself and others utilizing proper tools, safety equipment, and PPE.
• Participate in ongoing training to improve technical and leadership skills.
• Responsible for coordinating and inspecting the work of crew members.
• Safely perform the necessary tasks to complete the job.
• Responsible for complying with company reporting procedures and completing company paperwork.
• Assist in on-the-job training for less experienced climbers and bucket operators.
• Readily accept accountability for crew availability.
• Properly inspect Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.
• Effectively communicate with crew members to ensure they have proper understanding of work directives and the ability to efficiently communicate with customers/property owners about work practices to obtain their concurrence with the necessary work.
• Demonstrate possession of the knowledge and experience required in subordinate positions.
• Must follow Company Safety Rules and Company Policies and Procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• 1-2 years of recent experience.
• Able to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Bilingual (Spanish / English) a plus.
• Valid driver’s license.
• A Commercial Driver’s License is strongly preferred.
• Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Willing to work overtime when requested.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be safety conscious.
• Must be trustworthy and responsible.
• Must have excellent communication and people skills.
• Must have broad knowledge if all climbing skills and all other technical aspects (mechanical and manual) of electrical line clearance operations.
• Possess broad knowledge of all climbing skills and all other technical aspects (both mechanical and manual) of electrical line clearance operations.
• Thorough knowledge of proper pruning techniques (natural and directional pruning).
• Must have proven skills through job performance as a top climber (CA).
• Working knowledge of all the equipment and tools used on crews and know how to operate the equipment in the most efficient manner.
• Must have excellent leadership skills.

Other Requirements:

• Understand when to wear personal protective equipment.
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Understand proper use of company radio.
• Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools.
• Capable of receiving and following directions.
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in…