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The Davey Tree Expert Company

Pole Foreman

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What they do

An Arborist provides care for trees. Trims and prunes trees to promote healthy growth and cuts trees or clear branches near utility lines, street signs or houses. Monitors trees for disease and insect damage. Manages trimming, watering and planting in parks and urban areas.

$59,774 / year median in California

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

  • Company:
  • Davey Tree Surgery Co.
  • Locations:
  • San Jose, CA
  • Additional Locations:
  • N/A
  • Work Site:
  • On Site
  • Req ID:
  • 227186
  • Compensation Data
  • $35.76/hr
  • Job Duties
  • What You'll Do:
  • + Organize work operations from start to completion in the safest and most efficient manner, to perform proper maintenance of utility poles + Oversee 3-5-person pole crews while mentoring and training new employees + Use personal protective equipment and maintain high levels of safety standards + Investigate accidents and promptly record and report findings to management + Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more + Every day there is 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 Airbrake Endorsement +
Preferred:
pole test and treat experience or other related 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:
  • + Progressive advancement in job classification and wage + Benefits through union agreement including health insurance and pension + Opportunity to travel + Opportunity for overtime work + All job specific equipment and safety gear provided + Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options + Employee referral bonus program + Scholarship program for children of employees + Charitable matching gift program •All listed benefits available to eligible employees •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 pole foreperson/foreman to our passionate team of electrical facility maintenance professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!
  • Divisional Overview
  • 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 Surgery Company is based in Livermore, California, and provides a full range of utility tree care and pole test and treat services. 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
  • SurgeryJobs@davey.com .
  • Employment Type:
  • Permanent
  • Job Type:
  • Full Time
  • Travel Expectations:
  • Up to 25%