Foreman

Overview

Davey Tree Surgery, a Davey Company, is currently looking to add a dynamic utility foreman to our passionate team of utility line clearance professionals. Your office is outdoors and you get a new view every day! 

Job Duties

What You’ll Do: 

• Lead a 2-5 person tree crew in performing all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers. Including but not limited to:
• Pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal 
• Removing broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects 
• Application of tree identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines 
• Perform job-site inspections with proper planning and execution of assigned work and tasks 
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more 
• Mentor and train new employees 
• How high you grow depends on you! 

Qualifications

What We’re Seeking: 

• Love of the outdoors
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
• Required: Two years of experience in utility line clearance tree trimming 
• Required: Line clearance experience or other related tree work 
• Required: Valid driver’s license
• Preferred: Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B without air brake restriction 
• Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional® 

Company Overview

What We Offer: *

• Progressive advancement in job classification and wage 
• Benefits through union agreement including health insurance and pension 
• Opportunity to travel
• Opportunity for overtime work 
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided 
• Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options 
• Employee referral bonus program 
• Scholarship program for children of employees 
• Charitable matching gift program 
• *All listed benefits available to eligible employees 
• Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.