• CDL | Utility Foreman |

    The Davey Tree Expert Company (Gainesville, FL)


    **Company:** The Davey Tree Expert Company

    Locations:

    **Additional Locations:** n/a

    **Work Site:** On Site

    **Req ID:** 210584

    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.

     

    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

    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

     

    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

     

    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

    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 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, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

     

    **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 1-877-411-7601 or at** [email protected] .

    **Employment Type:** Permanent

    **Job Type:** Full Time

    **Travel Expectations:** Up to 25%