Foreperson : Peoria, IL

Tree Climbing Foreperson

We are actively hiring experienced Tree Climbing Forepersons to join our St. Louis operations. This role is ideal for climbers from the private tree care, arborist, or line-clearance industries who are looking for steady work, strong earning potential, and long-term union career opportunities.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities include:

• Direct crew members and manage equipment each day.
• Plans, assigns, and executes specific tasks in a safe and professional manner to crew and supervise performance.
• Performs daily reporting using AMS system to submit timesheets and billing information.
• Notify private property owners of presence on property; obtain permission from property owners to trim or remove trees and/or apply herbicides; discuss issues such as obtaining access, power interruption, work to be done, etc. with customer and/or property owner.
• Oversee equipment and material usage, and cleanup. Make sure all equipment and supplies are secure on the truck.
• Assist in personnel management.
• Keep accurate records of time, equipment, and material used.
• Maintain above standard customer relations.
• Accident Reporting

Education and experience requirements include:

• Two years' experience in Vegetation Management.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred.
• Meets and demonstrates qualifications of all positions on a crew.
• Delegates work and take accountability for the performance of a crew.
• Ability to read and understand contract requirements.
• Knowledge of botanical and common names of trees and plants.
• Experience in safe operations and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Able to adjust to field requirements and take independent action without close supervision.
• Possess a valid driver's license and clean MVR.

Position requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.

Must meet I-9 requirements.

Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

XKIG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws, including the ADA. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team.

This is a full-time position that offers health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental, as well as the option for enrollment in a 401K.

Paid Time Off (PTO) Eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position with some roles gaining PTO immediately and others becoming eligible after a set period of employment. Details are provided during the hiring process and may vary for Union hires.

As part of our commitment to efficiency and innovation, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools during the recruiting and onboarding processes. These tools assist with tasks such as resume screening, interview scheduling, and communication. All decisions regarding hiring and employment are ultimately made by our human team.

Travel may be required for storm work as needed.