Foreperson

Position Summary

The General Foreperson provides hands-on leadership and is responsible for scheduling, planning, coordinating, and supervising tree crews.

This position is also responsible for assisting in cost control, ensuring workplace safety, and consistent and fair application of all company employment policies.

The General Foreperson is a first-line manager and key customer interface.

Duties and Responsibilities Include

Essential Duties : Safety and Training

Safety and Training

Understands equipment operations, work processes, and safety procedures for employee training

Identifies needs for employee training and ensures training is completed and up to date

Maintains adherence to company safety policies, standards, and good practices

Ensures completion of safety and hazard assessments and establishes work zones and traffic control

Conducts safety and other informational or educational meetings

Participates in incident investigations

Ensures timely responses, actions, and corrections to safety issues

Planning and Scheduling

Reads and understands charts, orders, schedules, contracts, drawings, and other records

Plan and establish work schedules (including required overtime), assignments, and sequences

Arranges for notification and permission to complete work

Recommends additions and releasing of personnel as required to maintain the schedule

Supplies, Vehicles, and Equipment

Inventories and obtains supplies, materials, and equipment in compliance with company policies

Inspects vehicles, machinery, equipment, and tools

Communicates repairs to the supervisor and corporate office and ensures repairs are completed

Quality Control

Oversees execution of work by employees and ensures work meets specifications

Communicates with serviced customers to ensure customer satisfaction

Evaluates and attends to customer errors, complaints, and concerns to provide resolution

Human Resources and Supervision

Interviews and hire employees in compliance with company guidelines and procedures

Supervises the activities of assigned employees, assesses competency and capability

Takes appropriate action and disciplinary

Measures to deal with performance concerns

Maintains positive employee relations with and between employees

Stimulates maximum efficiency and productivity of employees

Administration

Keeps records of employment matters and reports to the supervisor on issues, progress, and delays

Transmits all information and documentation to employees promptly

Submits all documentation to the supervisor and corporate office in an accurate and timely manner

Duties and responsibilities may change with or without notice

What You'll Bring to the Team

Two (2) or more years of experience in a Group Lead / Supervisory role

Knowledge of established industry hazards, standards, practices, procedures, and techniques

Qualified to obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Certification

Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record per Company policy

Knowledge of essential job functions and responsibilities

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Ability to problem solve

Meet all physical requirements of the position

Pass all drug and alcohol screens as required by Company policy and, if applicable, required by DOT regulations

18 years of age or older, or 21 if CDL is required

Legally authorized to work in the United States

Preferred :

• CDL (Class B Minimum)
• Herbicide Applicator's License in one or more states
• Conversational knowledge of the Spanish language

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as needed. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Additionally, the position may be subject to pre-employment screening, including drug screening and background check.

The Townsend Company, LLC and its family of companies are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Last updated : 2024-08-06