General Foreman

Job Duties

What You’ll Do:  

• The Utility Line Clearance General Foreman provides crew supervision and line clearing and tree trimming services for major electric utility providers.
• Services provided include pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal as well as removing broken limbs from wires, roofs, and other objects.
• In addition, the General Foreman directs multiple crews and equipment as well as planning and executing the assigned work and tasks.
• The General Foreman is also responsible to supervise and assist in the proper maintenance, preparation and operation of all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• The General Foreman position operates as part of a crew with supporting Crew Foreman, Groundmen and Trimmer/Climber.

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Qualifications
What We’re Seeking:

• Love of the outdoors
• Ability to complete Electrical Hazard Awareness Program and OSHA training
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
• Required: valid driver’s license
• Preferred: Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement
• Preferred: line clearance experience or other related tree work
• 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®

Additional Information
What We Offer: *

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
• Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options
• Group health plan
• Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas
• Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skills trainers
• Scholarship program for children of employees
• Charitable matching gift program

*All listed benefits available to eligible employees

Company Overview
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 exchange of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services. We are currently looking to add a dynamic general foreperson to our passionate team of electrical facility maintenance professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!  We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. As a service provider, our success depends upon our ability to attract and retain qualified personnel, regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, state or local law. The Davey Tree Expert Company has U.S. and Canadian operations in more than 47 states and five provinces and provides a variety of tree care, grounds maintenance and consulting services for the residential, utility, commercial, and government markets. Founded in 1880, Davey has been employee-owned for 40 years and has more than 10,000 employees who provide Proven Solutions for a Growing World. For more information, visit www.davey.com

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lindsay, NE 68644: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Leadership: 4 years (Preferred)
• Management: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location