Foreman

Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co.
Locations: Richmond VA
Additional Locations: N/A
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 230420

Position Overview

Davey Utility Line Clearance a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company is pleased to offer a key opportunity in the field of Utility Line Clearance as a Foreman Foreperson.

Job Duties

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
Directs crew members and equipment as well as planning and executing the assigned work and tasks
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
Operates as part of a crew with supporting Groundmen and Trimmer/Climber
Ability to perform all above mentioned functions

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Drivers license required. Commercial drivers license preferred but not required
Certificates and Licenses if necessary
Pesticide license if required by state law
Herbicide license a plus
Line clearance certification if working near utility transmission lines
ISA Certified Tree Worker certification or willingness to obtain
REQUIRED: Electric utility tree trimming/climbing experience

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 & discounted stock purchase options
Group Health Plan
Employee referral bonus program
Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas
Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
Charitable matching gift program
*all listed benefits available to eligible employees

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 10000 employees who provide Proven Solutions for a Growing World. For more information visit

If you need any assistance at any time please contact us at 1- or at

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 exchanging of ideas community partnership a commitment to safety and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class including race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or expression national or ethnic origin marital or familial status disability status as a protected veteran status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person or other classification protected by law.

The Davey Tree Surgery Company is based in Livermore California and provides a full range of utility tree care and pole test and treat services. TheDavey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential utility commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients each other and the world around us. We offer the resources size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career theres a place for you at Davey. To learn more visit .

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time please contact us at 1- or at .

Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%