The General Foreperson coordinates crew members, equipment, tools, and supplies in order to complete all jobs efficiently, correctly, and profitably.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Always follow and help enforce safe practices and rules.
• Keep utility company representatives informed of crew members and equipment.
• Establish and monitor systems to ensure proper maintenance and cleanliness of all equipment and facilities.
• Prompt dispatch of crews to job sites
• Teach all safety regulations to crew members and ensure 100% compliance on the safety regulations.
• Instruct employees how to operate all equipment and use materials safely.
• Ensure first aid equipment is readily available to crews at all times.
• Assist in filling out accident reports promptly and completely when needed and investigate cause(s) of accidents.
• Hire, train, and discipline employees
• Determine workable hours and approve all time submitted by employees (chargeable and non-chargeable); Keeps non-chargeable hours and overtime to a minimum.
• Maintain good morale and handle basic grievances.
• Study and determine most efficient way to handle each job, considering such factors as location, season, crew availability, equipment, materials, etc.
• Use and transport materials and chemicals to avoid waste, loss and hazards.
• Control productivity of each crew member and utilize each tool and piece of equipment to its fullest.
• Ensure there are sufficient and appropriate materials and equipment to do each job.
• Accountable for all tools, equipment, safety devices, materials, and supplies
• Store equipment and materials safely each night to avoid loss by theft, vandalism, etc.
• Know operating conditions of all equipment; recommend and schedule replacement of maintenance in time to avoid a breakdown.
• Know proper and complete operation of each piece of equipment and ensure crew members use the right equipment for each job.
• Ensure that all drivers possess the proper driving card and are approved to drive for the vehicle they operate.
• Ensure that all employees have the proper certifications and qualifications for their positions and the equipment they operate.
• Perform duties for storm work as needed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The General Foreperson has all crew positions as direct reports.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• At least 5 years’ prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred; previous experience as a General Foreperson is required of at least 3 years.
• ISA preferred.
• Must have bucket and climbing experience.
• Must have FL herbicide/pesticide license or willing to obtain.
• Must have experience in all aspects of line clearance.
• Must have a CDL.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High School diploma or education equivalent preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Must be able to supervise the performance of individual employees and various crews’ performance.
• Must be able to delegate work and take accountability for the performance of a crew.
• Must maintain a professional and effective relationship with employees, customers, and the general public.
• Must be able to meet and demonstrate qualifications of all positions on a crew.
• Must be able to travel throughout the week to assigned crew locations.
• Must possess strong organizational skills.
• 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 be able to effectively communicate with others.
• 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.