Position Overview

The Davey Tree Expert Company, is pleased to offer a key opportunity in the field of Utility Line Clearance as a General Foreman/Foreperson, CDL holder and/or with climbing experience preferred, leading crews servicing the Great Akron, Ohio region.  *Preferred General Foreman/Foreperson with an established, productive, and safe work group to join us.

Job Duties

What You’ll Do:  

• Manage, direct and supervise crew leaders, field personnel and equipment as well as plan and execute assigned work by: 
• Organizing and assigning crews and equipment to efficiently perform the required work  
• Understand and follow all company policies, procedures, and work rules 
• Maintain accurate records of required work 
• Oversee the hiring and training of all Davey employees in territory 
• Investigate accidents and promptly report to appropriate management 
• Every day there’s something new to do! 

Qualifications

What We’re Seeking: 

• Love of the outdoors 
• Ability to complete Electrical Hazard Awareness Program and OSHA training 
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire 
• Required: valid driver’s license 
• Preferred: Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Air Brake Endorsement 
• Required: line clearance experience or other related tree work 
• Preferred: relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law 
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional® 

Additional Information

What We Offer:

• Hourly pay rate $32.16
• Group health plans* 
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance* • Life insurance*
  • Paid parental leave
  • 401k with up to a 4% company match**
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan:  Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount
  • Holidays and paid time off*
  • Payroll savings plan*
  • Charitable matching gift program*
  • Employee referral bonus program*
  • Employee Educational Scholarship*
  • Davey Family Scholarship*
  • 20% discount on all Davey services*
  • Cell phone discounts*
  • Vehicle purchase discount program*
  • Plus, so much more!

* All listed benefits available to eligible employees on Day 1.
** Union employees are not eligible for a 401k plan, but may be eligible to join pension plans negotiated by their local union.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Full time hourly position. Compensation based on qualifications and experience.

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

We are currently looking to add a dynamic general foreperson to our passionate team of electrical facility maintenance professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!