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Foreperson 442Asplundh Tree Expert • Rocky Mount, VA, US
Foreperson 442

Foreperson 442

Asplundh Tree Expert • Rocky Mount, VA, US
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Foreperson-442

This position ensures the safe productivity of his / her crew. Engages all employees on required training. Operates and maintains equipment. Communicates directly with his / her General Foreperson.

Are you a real go-getter looking for an amazing opportunity with a nationwide  full-service-utility contractor offering competitive wages and incredible benefits? Keep reading because this job might be for you!

Job Type : Full-Time +, Non-Exempt

Pay : Competitive, Hourly, based on experience

Benefits :

  • Company Sponsored Retirement Plan
  • Health Insurance (Medical / Dental / Vision)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life, long-term / short-term disability insurance

Essential Functions & Responsibilities :

  • Trims and / or removes trees by climbing with the aid of a ladder, safety belt, climbing line, powered trimmer lift truck, or works from the ground using gasoline, air, and hand-powered saws, pruner, etc. He / she cuts branches or trunk sections and drops or lowers them to the ground with lines.
  • Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and splitting logs into manageable pieces.
  • Loads and unloads trucks.
  • Use hand tools, such as axes, handlines, saws, block and tackle, pruners, etc.
  • Feed brush and debris into woodchipper.
  • Repairs minor job-related damage to lawns, fences, and walkways. Services gasoline, air, hand-powered tools, and other equipment.
  • Operates and services equipment, such as gasoline, hydraulic tools, power saws, power winches, buckets, chippers, and sprayers. Operate a bucket near energized lines to remove branches and tree material.
  • Plans, coordinates, and assigns daily work for crew after receiving / interpreting orders from a General Foreperson / Line Clearance Supervisor.
  • Conducts field training / retraining, instructing crew on new or revised job units.
  • Enforces safe work practices, as experience, judgment, company policy, and OSHA specifies and conducts safety training in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Discusses with property owner / customer(s) issues such as obtaining access, power interruption, work to be done; refers controversial cases to the General Foreperson.
  • Obtains oral or written permission from property owners to perform required work.
  • Promotes and maintains good customer and public relations through effective completion of assigned work and the appropriate behavior of employees on the crew.
  • May be delegated the authority to investigate incident reports, damage claims, etc., and to settle minor damage claims.
  • Maintains accurate records, timesheets and reports related to the performance of the crew operation.
  • Furnishes General Foreperson and utility representative with reports of orders completed, units of work completed, crew time, minor damage repairs and distribution, etc.
  • Periodically furnishes reports on incidents, truck breakdowns, private property damage, new employee follow –up, etc.
  • Cooperates with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways.
  • Safeguards employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area.
  • Perform tree and bucket rescue.
  • Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc., to protect employees and safeguard the public from hazards. In emergency situations, determines action to be taken to eliminate hazards to life and property.
  • Inspects and makes or provides necessary repairs to tools, trucks, and other equipment.
  • Maintains good housekeeping on truck and at work location.
  • Responsible for DOT maintenance and inspection requirements on all required vehicles.
  • Keeps informed regarding new equipment, specifications, standard practices, operating procedures, and customer and company employee relations policies and practices, including EEO and AA policies. Requests repair or replacement, when necessary.
  • Performs other related work as assigned by superiors.
  • Minimum Qualifications :

  • Requires the understanding of drawings and symbols representing lines, voltages, line equipment, etc.
  • Have the knowledge to identify tree and shrub species.
  • Must be able to walk, climb, and work from ladders, or at various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces, performing mentally / physically demanding work under unfavorable weather conditions while handling equipment or material.
  • Must have excellent communication and leadership skills.
  • Must have organizational skills and be able to multi-task.
  • Must be capable of adjusting to field requirements and take independent action without close supervision.
  • Must be able to safely drive an approved company vehicle.
  • Must be able to work with hands above head for extended periods of time.
  • Due to the capacity of existing equipment, the weight of the employee should not exceed approximately 300 pounds.
  • Must have no fear of heights.
  • Willing and able to work long hours and overtime during emergencies, including holidays and weekends.
  • Education & Experience

  • Must be 18 years or older.
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
  • 1+ year of related industry experience required.
  • Pre-Screen

  • Upon offer, employees may be required to subject and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background and / or MVR check.
  • License & Certifications :

  • Valid Driver's License required.
  • Obtain Commercial Driver’s License within 90 days of hire.
  • Ability to obtain Herbicide license when required.
  • Travel Requirements :

  • Ability to report and / or travel for storm emergencies.
  • Physical Requirements :

  • RARE (less than 10%) : Sitting, Kneeling, Crawling, Color Vision, Climbing Stairs
  • OCCASIONAL (up to 33%) : Stooping, Squatting, Climbing On / Off Truck, Climbing Ladders, Pushing, Reading,
  • FREQUENT (up to 66%) : Carrying, Pulling, lifting up to 50 lbs., Balancing, body-twisting, Hearing / Speech Range, Lifting, lifting up to 10 lbs., Manual Dexterity, Speaking Clearly, Walking
  • CONTINUOUS (up to 100%) : Standing, Sense of Touch, Gripping, Seeing Distant, Reaching, range-of-motion, Depth Perception, lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., Climbing Poles, Sense of Touch
  • Safety

    Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must have sufficient eyesight to judge distance / coordination of equipment and tools, be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time, be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, be able to wear personal protective equipment as necessary, be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day, have the endurance necessary to traverse various terrain, be capable of performing job duties throughout a standard 8- or 10-hour day, be able to communicate with others, read, write, and comprehend written / verbal job instructions and information, and communicate and handle conflict professionally.

  • Works in proximity to energized power lines.
  • Works around excessive noise from machines, chain saw, woodchipper and other equipment with hearing protection.
  • Works in all temperatures and weather and will be exposed to nature, i.e., irritating plants and biting or stinging insects, dust, etc.
  • Works at varying heights above ground and on unlevel terrain.
  • Must be able to walk, climb, and work from ladders, or at various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces, performing mentally / physically demanding work under unfavorable weather conditions while handling equipment or material.
  • Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066 . We partner with the Department of Homeland Security / U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

    An Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Benefits

    We offer a competitive range of benefits to support our employees’ health, well-being, and financial security. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees on the first day of employment. For more information on the benefits available for this role, please contact the recruiter or hiring manager.

    Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security / U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

    An Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Please note :

  • All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.
  • Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
  • Notice to Agencies : We only accept resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services if a Service Agreement has been signed and we have requested recruitment / staffing services for the specific position. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of the company, and no fees or compensation will be paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or staffing service.

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