Foreperson - NTS

Asplundh Tree Experts - Leo-Cedarville, IN

Full-time - Entry Level

Leo-Cedarville, IN

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Foreperson position at Nelson Tree Service is responsible for overseeing daily operations, ensuring productivity, and enforcing safety protocols among the crew. This role involves close collaboration with management to address recruiting needs, deadlines, and training requirements. The Foreperson also plays a key role in troubleshooting job site issues and mentoring employees and contractors, all while upholding the company's commitment to high standards of performance and professionalism in utility line clearance services.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and assigns daily work for crew after receiving/interpreting orders from a General Foreperson/Line Clearance Supervisor.
• Conducts field training/retraining, instructing crew on new or revised job units.
• Enforces safe work practices as specified by experience, judgment, company policy, and OSHA, and conducts safety training accordingly.
• Discusses with property owner/customer(s) issues such as obtaining access, power interruption, work to be done, and responsibility for apparent damage to property; refers controversial cases to the General Foreperson.
• Obtains oral or written permission from property owners to perform required work.
• Promotes and maintains good customer and public relations through effective completion of assigned work and appropriate behavior of employees on the crew.
• May be delegated the authority to investigate incident reports, damage claims, etc., and to settle minor damage claims.
• Maintains accurate records, timesheets, and reports related to the performance of the crew operation.
• Controls crew costs, including effective use of peoplepower, work methods, operation of equipment, etc.
• Furnishes General Foreperson and utility representative with reports of orders completed, units of work completed, crew time, minor damage repairs, and distribution, etc.
• Periodically furnishes reports on incidents, truck breakdowns, private property damage, new employee follow-up, etc.
• Cooperates with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways.
• Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc., to protect employees and safeguard the public from hazards.
• Inspects and makes or provides for necessary repairs to tools, truck, and other equipment.
• Maintains good housekeeping on truck and at work location.
• Responsible for DOT maintenance and inspection requirements on all required vehicles.
• Keeps informed regarding new equipment, specifications, standard practices, operating procedures, and customer and company employee relations policies and practices.

Requirements

• Understanding of drawings and symbols representing lines, voltages, line equipment, etc.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Capability to adjust to field requirements and take independent action without close supervision.
• Ability to safely drive an approved company vehicle.
• Ability to work with hands above head for extended periods of time.
• Weight should not exceed approximately 300 pounds due to equipment capacity.
• No fear of heights.

Nice-to-haves

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Driver License preferred, but not required.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Comprehensive customer service training
• Positive work environment
• Opportunities for career growth