Right of Way Foreman

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Or call Brian Cook (770) 595-7266 for more info.

Georgia Right of Way – Utility Line Clearance Contractor is seeking to fill a full-time local Foreman position working near the Wrens, Ga area.

Summary: Supervises and works alongside right of way clearing crew members. Includes operating bucket truck, dump truck, chipper as well as various saws.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Duties:

Set an example and see that all employees under direct supervision understand and follow all company safety rules.

Correct any employee observed in violation of any company safety rules or policies.

Assure all tools, equipment and safety gear assigned to the crew are kept in good working condition.

Assure that all employees under direct supervision have the necessary information and work skills to do the work assigned to them in a safe manner.

Assure that any vehicle or equipment assigned to the crew is operated by a qualified employee.

Assure that all tools and equipment are locked and secured inside vehicle side-bins or other approved location prior to the crew departing their parking location at the end of each workday.

Assure that all employees are proficient in the proper use and care of tools prior to using them.

Assure that traffic signs and safety cones are properly placed when working on or near a road.

Assure that all vehicles and personnel maintain minimum approach distances when around energized equipment.

Production Duties:

Be competent and safe with chain saws.

Be competent and safe while operating the bucket and hydraulic operated saws.

Assume primary responsibility for rigging and roping.

Be trained and aware of all safety procedures.

Have a basic knowledge of pruning principles.

Inspect his rope for cuts or abrasions before starting work. If any cuts or serious abrasions are found, the rope should be discarded, or the defective section should be cut off.

Carry a climbing rope when ascending a tree.

Competency:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Technical Skills - Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.

Interpersonal - Listens to others without interruption.

Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification; Participates in meetings.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Contributes to building a positive team spirit.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment or the approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions.

Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.

Motivation - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity - Completes work in timely manner, Works quickly.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Qualifications:

Should hold a valid CDL driver’s license. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Experience: Must have proven utility right of way clearing experience with skills which have progressed to be proficient in all duties of each position for which this position supervises.

Language Ability: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; outdoor weather conditions; vibration. The employee is occasionally but rarely exposed to the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Daily Physical Requirements:

Sitting: = > 2 hours

Standing: = < 8 hours

Climbing: 0 - 8 hours

Lifting: 0 – 100 lbs

Limb Extension: 0 - 8 hours

All applicants must be able to pass a drug screen and DOT Physical

We offer Full-Time positions with an excellent benefits package offered after 90-days of employment. (Major Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and more!) EOE

PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE WWW.GAROW.NET TO APPLY

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: On the road