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

Location:

Verona, WI

Job Title:
Foreman

Join our leadership team as a Foreman, a pivotal role combining advanced arboriculture skills with effective crew supervision. You'll oversee daily operations from the field, leading your team in high-quality tree care. We're looking for an experienced arborist with proven leadership abilities and a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence. Advance your career with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a challenging and rewarding outdoor environment.

• Direct and supervise a tree care crew, ensuring efficient execution of all tasks from start to finish.
• Safely and skillfully operate bucket trucks to perform aerial tree work, including pruning, removals, and other tree care tasks.
• Conduct thorough job site briefings, strictly enforce all safety protocols and company standards, and ensure high-quality workmanship on every project.
• Clearly communicate job details and expectations to both your crew and homeowners, ensuring satisfaction and smooth operations.
• Oversee the proper inspection, maintenance, and safe operation of all equipment, including chippers and other specialized tools. Manage job site setup, traffic control, and meticulous cleanup.
• Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to crew members, fostering their skill development and adherence to best practices.
• Complete necessary paperwork, job logs, and safety reports accurately and promptly.

• Minimum 3 years of arborist experience in a professional tree care setting.
• Previous experience as a tree climber and having bucket experience is preferred.
• Proven experience in a supervisory or foreman role leading 5 man tree care crews.
• Experience with tree inventory and mapping software is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of various tree care techniques, pruning, rigging, industry safety standards, and equipment operation (SMT and VMT knowledge preferred).
• Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required.
• Must have a clean driving record.
• Exceptional leadership, delegation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with crew members, clients, and management.
• Physical stamina and the ability to perform demanding work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• ISA Certified Arborist is a strongly preferred.

• Earn $28 - $32 per hour (based on skill level), with overtime opportunities.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance available on the first of the month after 60 days.
• Access a 401(k) with a Safe Harbor Match after six months.
• Get up to 40 hours in your first year (prorated by tenure); accrue immediately, usable after 90 days.
• Receive a company uniform and necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.

The compensation for this position is expected to range between $28.00 - $32.00 per hour. This range is a good‑faith estimate, based on the qualifications necessary for the position, including experience, training, and other considerations permitted by law. Factors that may be used when making an offer may include a candidate’s skills, experience, the expected quality and quantity of work, and internal pay alignment, as needed.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.