Tree Foreperson


Job Details

Sign On Bonus: $2,500

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Tree Care Operations Manager

JOB SUMMARY: This is a full-time year-round position. Work is performed under general supervision of the Tree Care Operations Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions:

  • Manage and train crew members to ensure proper procedures, processes and quality of work are followed to achieve company quality standards
  • Ability to read and comprehend daily work orders for crews
  • Determine when to start and stop work dependent on inclement weather conditions
  • Promote and maintain good customer and public relations through effective completion of assigned work
  • Keep accurate records, timesheets and reports related to the performance of the crew
  • Load and unload trucks with logs, stumps, brush, and debris and/or feeds brush into a woodchipper
  • Be knowledgeable and relay industry related hand-signals to communicate effectively with crew and traffic
  • Repair slight damage to lawns, fences, and walks due to property damage on site
  • Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings
  • Maintain work vehicle and tools to be clean, organized, and operational condition on a daily basis
  • Work flexible hours in all weather conditions to accommodate the seasonality of the industry


OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

  • Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations
  • Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with industry and company standards
  • Uphold the values of Wright Outdoor Solutions which includes; safety, integrity, excellence, stewardship and family
  • Perform other duties as related or assigned in all service areas of Wright Outdoor Solutions


JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  • Has a minimum of 1 year experience working in the industry
  • Knows and understands the American National Standards for Tree Care Operations (ANSI Z133.1-2000)
  • Must have a valid driver's license, and be able to obtain a commercial driver's license within 30 days of hire
  • Must have valid First-Aid and CPR cards or be willing to obtain one
  • Position may require some outside travel
  • During emergencies or natural disasters may be required to be on duty for the duration of the disaster


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
  • Ability to push, pull, reach, climb, kneel, lift (up to 75 lbs.) and walk for extended periods of time
  • Possess excellent leadership skills and ability to handle stress and multi-task
  • Exposure to all temperatures and weather; will be exposed to nature, i.e., irritating plants, biting, or stinging insects, dust, etc.
  • Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees and customers


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Wright Outdoor Solutions offer the following:
  • Industry leading compensation
  • 401K savings w/ 4% company match
  • Profit sharing through Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after 1 year of employment
  • Competitive paid time off and paid holidays
  • Medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Support for continued education and professional certificates
  • Unique and inviting work environment


Wright Outdoor Solutions employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.





 Wright Outdoor Solutions & Verdure Elements

 06/15/2024

 Cedar Rapids,IA