Foreperson - NTS
Nelson Tree Service, Llc
Supervises utility crew, coordinates daily tasks, ensures safety, and handles customer relations.
16 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Fairborn, OH
Field
Company Size
400 Employees
Service Specialisms
Utility Line Clearance
Emergency Storm Response
Right of Way Vegetation Management
Sector Specialisms
Utilities
Energy
Electric Co-ops
Municipal-owned utilities
Municipalities
Transmission line clearance
Distribution line clearance
Right-of-way vegetation management
Role
What you would be doing
crew scheduling
record keeping
safety enforcement
equipment inspection
customer liaison
barrier setup
- Works around excessive noise from machines, chain saw, wood chipper and other equipment with hearing protection.
- Plans, coordinates, and assigns daily work for crew after receiving/interpreting orders from a General Foreperson/Line Clearance Supervisor.
- Maintains accurate records, timesheets and reports related to the performance of the crew operation.
- Periodically furnishes reports on incidents, truck breakdowns, private property damage, new employee follow –up, etc.
- Furnishes General Foreperson and utility representative with reports of orders completed, units of work completed, crew time, minor damage repairs and distribution, etc.
- Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc., to protect employees and safeguard public from hazards. In emergency situations, determines action to be taken to eliminate hazards to life and property.
- Cooperates with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways.
- Controls crew costs, including effective use of peoplepower, work methods, operation of equipment, etc.
- Discusses with property owner/customer(s) issues such as obtaining access, power interruption, work to be done, responsibility for apparent damage to property; refers controversial cases to the General Foreperson.
- Enforces safe work practices, as experience, judgment, company policy, and OSHA specifies and conducts safety training in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Conducts field training/retraining, instructing crew on new or revised job units.
- May be delegated the authority to investigate incident reports, damage claims, etc., and to settle minor damage claims.
- Promotes and maintains good customer and public relations through effective completion of assigned work and the appropriate behavior of employees on the crew.
- Keeps informed regarding new equipment, specifications, standard practices, operating procedures, and customer and company employee relations policies and practices, including EEO and AA policies. Requests repair or replacement, when necessary.
- Inspects and makes or provides for necessary repairs to tools, truck, and other equipment.
- Responsible for DOT maintenance and inspection requirements on all required vehicles.
- Obtains oral or written permission from property owners to perform required work.
- Maintains good housekeeping on truck and at work location.
What you bring
driver license
high school
communication
leadership
climbing
manual dexterity
- RARE (less than 10%): crawling, climbing, gripping, lifting up to 50 lbs.
- CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): speaking clearly, seeing distant, seeing, hearing-speech-range, depth-perception, color vision.
- Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
- Must be able to safely drive an approved company vehicle.
- Upon offer, employees may be required to subject and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background and/or MVR check.
- Must be 18 years or older
- Works in all temperatures and weather and will be exposed to nature, i.e., irritating plants and biting or stinging insects, dust, etc.
- Works at varying heights above ground and on unlevel terrain.
- Works in proximity to energized power lines.
- Driver License Preferred, but not required.
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
- Requires the understanding of drawings and symbols representing lines, voltages, line equipment, etc.
- Must be able to walk, climb, and work from ladders, or at various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces, performing mentally/physically demanding work under unfavorable weather conditions while handling equipment or material.
- Must have excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Due to the capacity of existing equipment, the weight of the employee should not exceed approximately 300 pounds.
- Must be able to work with hands above head for extended periods of time.
- OCCASSIONAL (up to 33%): standing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, body-twisting, sense of touch, manual dexterity, lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., reaching, range-of-motion, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, climbing stairs, balancing.
- All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.
- FREQUENT (up to 66%): walking, sitting, climbing on/off truck, reading, lifting up to 10 lbs.
- Must be capable of adjusting to field requirements and take independent action without close supervision.
- Must have organization skills and be able to multi-task.
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Training + DevelopmentInformation not given or found
Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship- no visa sponsorship provided.
- pre-employment drug screen required.
- background check required.
Company
Overview
- Founded with a passion for tree care and environmental stewardship, Nelson Tree Service has grown into a trusted leader in the industry.
- Specializing in tree trimming, removal, and emergency services, the company has served a wide array of sectors, from residential homes to large-scale commercial and government contracts.
- With decades of experience, Nelson Tree Service has built a reputation for reliability, safety, and quality workmanship.
- The company operates with cutting-edge equipment and a skilled team, ensuring each project, from routine maintenance to complex removals, is handled efficiently.
- Notable for their commitment to responsive, 24/7 emergency services, Nelson Tree Service is a go-to provider for urgent situations.
- With a strong presence across various regions, Nelson Tree Service serves both urban landscapes and rural areas, meeting diverse needs.
Top Rated
Vegetation Management Specialists
Recognized as the most well-trained vegetation management specialists in the United States.
- Safety is Fundamental
- Team Work Wins
- Provide a relentless effort
- Ambassadors for the utilities we serve
- Culture of excellence
- Comprehensive customer service training
- Positive work environment
- Use of proprietary TRACS© tracking for efficiency and productivity
- No public net‑zero target or date disclosed
- Commitment to optimizing efficiency and productivity via proprietary software (TRACS©)
- Use of data collection, GPS and remote technology to reduce waste and improve scheduling
- Right‑of‑way vegetation management to maintain infrastructure reliability and reduce wildfire/power‑outage risk
- Storm response capability helps minimize environmental harm from downed trees and outages
- No DEI strategy, goals or gender statistics publicly disclosed
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