Foreperson : Newport, TN

3 weeks ago


Newport, United States W A Kendall and Company LLC Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

The Foreperson coordinates crew members, equipment, tools, and supplies in order to complete all jobs according to contract specifications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Always follow and enforce safe practices and rules
  • Direct crew members and manage equipment each day
  • Assign specific tasks to crew members and supervise performance
  • Plan and execute the assigned work and tasks in a safe and professional manner
  • Organize job assignments so that work is completed as efficiently as possible
  • Notify private property owners of presence on property; obtain permission from property owners to trim or remove trees and/or apply herbicides; discuss issues such as obtaining access, power interruption, work to be done, etc. with customer and/or property owner
  • Ensure crew members wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safe practices on the job
  • Trim and/or remove trees by climbing with the aid of a ladder, safety belt, climbing line, powered trimmer lift truck, or work from the ground using gasoline, air, and hand-powered saws, pruner, etc.; cuts branches or trunk sections and ropes or lowers them to the ground with lines
  • Spray stumps and brush with hand-spraying equipment to prevent further growth
  • Load and unload trucks with logs, stumps, brush, and debris and/or feeds brush into a powered chipper
  • Designate break and lunch time
  • Direct cleanup of the job site and make sure all equipment and supplies are secured on the truck Inspect the work performed to job specifications then notify customer that work has been completed
  • Keep accurate records of time, equipment, and material used
  • Complete daily truck inspection; conduct job briefings as specified by federal law
  • Re-stock needed supplies on truck and perform routine maintenance on equipment or inform General Foreperson of damaged equipment and needed supplies
  • Determine action to take in emergency situations by eliminating hazards to life and property
  • Perform duties for storm work as needed

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Foreperson has no direct reports, but directs crew members to prepare equipment, tools, and supplies necessary for each day’s work.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High School diploma or education equivalent preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • 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 capable of adjusting to field requirements and taking independent action without close supervision
  • Must have and maintain a Driver’s License and be able to safely drive a company vehicle
  • Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions
  • 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

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.


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