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Requisition Number: 51126    Company Name: The Davey Tree Expert Company   Service Line: 1UTL - Kent-Utility SL   Employment Type: Regular   Job Type: Full Time   Education Level Required: High School Diploma / GED   Work Experience Required: 3 - 5 years   Travel Expectations: Up to 25%     GENERAL FOREMAN Job Description Includes: Supervisor and Supervisor GIS/GPS Summary: Manage foreman, field personnel and equipment as well as plan and execute assigned work or tasks by performing the following duties.   Duties, Functions and Responsibilities: Includes some or all of the following. Other duties may be assigned. Maximize production and exacting cost deficiencies in the operation of employees and equipment on the job Organize from start to completion the operations within the most efficient possible manner and to the satisfaction of the client Promptly attend to customer needs and concerns Maintain accurate records of required paperwork. Secure permission to perform work from landowners Understand, implement and manage loss control program Organize and assign crews and equipment to perform the required work Develop and motivate crew members to achieve desired productivity and job performance Discipline employees who violate company policies or procedures Understand and implement accident control program Settle promptly all damage complaints that stem from production activities Investigate accidents and promptly report to appropriate persons/entities Understand all line clearing and basic tree surgery practices, herbicide applications, right-of-way maintenance procedures, safe removal of trees, pruning of trees in and around high tension lines Maintain assigned equipment in an efficient, safe and economical manner (truck, chipper, crane, aerial lift, sprayer, hand saw, chain saw, sledge hammer, dump truck, shovel, rake, ropes, pulleys and related equipment) Understand and implement preventative maintenance on equipment Proper job site cleanup Understand and follow all company policies, procedures and work rules Conduct safety meetings including tailgate meetings Conduct interviews and select employees Train employees Understand and perform first aid, CPR and aerial rescue procedures Follow all safety rules and regulations and teach these rules and regulations to other employees Follow all company policies, procedures and work rules React appropriately in an emergency situation Perform all duties as required Report timely and accurately to supervisor   Competency:  Customer Service Respond appropriately to requests for service and assistance Meet job duty requirements Oral Communication Speak clearly and accurately in positive and negative situations Listen and obtain clarification, interpret oral information Respond appropriately to questions Participate constructively in meetings Team Work Balance team and individual responsibilities Gives and listens to feedback Conduct and participate in employee professional training events Contribute to building a productive and effective team environment     Written Communication Communicate by reading relevant manuals and materials, speaking clearly, distinctively and listening to instructions. Communication is required for moderate (80’) distances while equipment is operating Write clearly and accurately Accurately read and interpret written information Ethics Follow applicable laws and regulations Uphold organizational ethics and policies Safety Observe and follow safety and security procedures Determine and apply appropriate action using guidelines and training Report and correct unsafe or potentially unsafe conditions Use and maintain equipment and materials properly   Education and Qualifications: An individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. High school diploma or equivalent Valid driver’s license required, Commercial driver’s license may be required First aid, CPR and defensive driving course Davey extension courses preferred Experience as a Groundsperson or Tree Trimmer Trainee or related formal education or experience   Language Ability: Read and comprehend instructions, correspondence and memos. Write correspondence. Effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization. Bi-lingual in Spanish is beneficial   Math Ability: Perform basic arithmetic computations   Reasoning Ability: Apply reasonable understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Identify and resolve problems involving multiple variables in varied situations   Computer Skills: Basic computer skills required   Certificates and Licenses: Obtain and maintain required licenses and certifications Pesticide or other license, if required by state law   Supervisory Responsibilities: Manage, direct and supervise Foreman and field personnel, assign duties to crew members as necessary to safely and properly complete assigned tasks, duties or jobs   Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described are representative of those employees encounter while performing the essential functions of this Job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to: Moving mechanical parts Outdoor weather conditions and environments Extreme cold Extreme heat Wet or humid conditions Work in high, precarious places, including aloft in trees Fumes and airborne particles Risk of electrical shock Uneven terrain and hiking Exposure to a variety of vegetation, animals, insects and other potential impediments to completing job requirements   Demands: The demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Exert up to 100lbs of force occasionally, up to 50lbs of force frequently and up to 20lbs of force constantly to move objects. Exert enough force to lift own body weight up a rope into a tree Climb (i.e. trees, ladders) using feet, legs, arms and hands Stand and walk at and around the work site Reach (i.e. extending arms, hands and fingers) and handle (holding and grasping tools, limbs, etc.) and twist Balance (when using equipment) pull and push (i.e. wheelbarrow) See and judge the distance of objects Perform the desired tasks in the presence of distractions or work frustrations Obtain and select pertinent information through investigative, observation and questioning, including organizing and combining different pieces of information into meaningful order to identify problems Regular and timely attendance   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.   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   If you need any assistance at any time please contact us at 1-800-445-8733 ext. 1108 or at ed.help@davey.com .