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| 05-16-2013 | ||
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| Company: | Almstead Tree and Shrub Care Company | |
| Job Title: | Foreman - Tree Crew - Fairfield County | |
| Job Type: | Employee | |
| Job Status: | Full-Time | |
| Job Category: | Arborist or Treecare | |
| Description: | At Almstead Tree & Shrub Care Co. foremen serve a pivotal role on tree care crews with the primary responsibility of climbing and guiding his/her team in the performance of all services. Responsibilities include: • Direct crew in performance of work to be done; assign job specific tasks • Supervise workmanship to ensure the work meets job order specifications • Walk job site with consulting arborist • Ensure crew members wear all safety equipment at all times and that safety practices and measures are followed • Manage time, equipment and materials used to ensure job organization, equipment utilization and manpower are used in the most efficient manner • Direct the cleanup of job site and ensure all equipment and supplies are secured on the trucks • Reorder materials and supplies needed for trucks and equipment • Adhere to company safety and training policies to maintain safe and controlled work environment at all times • Confirm that all maintenance checks and services on equipment are followed • Ensure that crews are properly trained and understand company safety policies and procedures • Safely operate equipment (chainsaw, chipper, trucks, hand tools) • Participate in all job site safety briefings • Demonstrate and perform proper climbing techniques and procedures, pruning skills, application of approved knots and rigging techniques • Utilize knowledge of compartmentalization and other concepts related to tree wounding/pruning Requirements: • 5-7 years industry experience in residential tree care with the ability to train/direct crew members in all facets of tree care. • Knowledge of native and introduced tree and shrub species and characteristics of each species. • Knowledge of proper pruning practices including large shade trees and ornamentals • Knowledge of chain saw safety and operation • Adept in tree climbing & bucket truck operation • Quality workmanship, quality control with customer care attitude • CDL Drivers License preferred Excellent compensation / Benefits Package, Including: • Company 401K savings plan with employer contribution • Medical and dental plans w/employer contribution • Paid vacation, personal and holidays • Strong mentoring and training program / Continuing education reimbursement |
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| Experience: | 5+ yrs | |
| Job Address: | ||
| Address: | 80 Lincoln Avenue | |
| City: | Stamford | |
| State: | Connecticut | |
| Zip: | 06902 | |
| Country: | United States of America | |
| Job Contact: | ||
| Name: | Michael Almstead | |
| Email: | jobs@almstead.com | |
| Phone: | 914-576-0193 | |
| Fax: | 914-576-1537 | |