Foreman | Utility Line Clearance | Ocala, FL

Position Overview

POSITION:   Foreman | Utility Line Clearance 
Starting Date:
Applications accepted until suitable candidate is selected.

Kent - Utility, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is pleased to offer a key opportunity as a Foreman | Foreperson

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
Driver’s license required. Commercial driver’s 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
Electric utility tree trimming/climbing experience preferred

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

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Full time hourly position. Compensation based on qualifications and experience. Generous performance incentive plan. Davey offers excellent benefits, the opportunity to buy Davey stock after 1 year, and industry related training and special Davey training courses.

Pre-employment Drug Screen and Social Security verification required. The Davey Tree Expert Company and CLS are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Davey is Employee Owned. Military Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Visit Davey Website: WWW.DAVEY.COM Job Opportunities & Company Profile Information

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 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.