Foreperson - Haywood County, NC
On-siteNorth Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Coordinate crew members, equipment, and supplies to complete jobs according to contract specifications while enforcing safe practices and rules. Direct daily operations by assigning tasks, supervising performance, and ensuring personal protective equipment usage. Execute work such as trimming or removing trees, spraying stumps, loading trucks, and conducting daily inspections and job briefings. Notify property owners of presence and obtain necessary permissions before work begins. Maintain accurate records of time and materials, perform routine equipment maintenance, and determine emergency actions to eliminate hazards. Travel out of town for storm restoration work as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Must have previous professional experience in line clearance as a climber, trimmer, or bucket operator
- Driver's license required
- Must be able to meet and demonstrate qualifications of all positions on a crew
- Must be able to follow verbal or written directives
- Must be able to delegate work and take accountability for the performance of a crew
- Must be able to understand drawings and symbols representing lines, voltages, line equipment, etc.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain first-aid certification and CPR
- Must have and maintain a Driver's License if hired for a driving position
- Must be able to effectively communicate with others
- Must have endurance necessary to perform duties throughout a standard eight or ten hour day
- Must be able to operate and service all required tools and equipment
- Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed
- Must meet I-9 requirements
Desired Qualifications
- CDL preferred
- Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred
- High School diploma or education equivalent preferred
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