Utility Line Clearance Foreman, Trimmers, Bucket Operators (CDL preferred)

Halter Group

. Provide management and leadership to a tree crew while performing assigned jobs .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership and crew coordination skills while ensuring safety and compliance in tree trimming operations. Proficient in equipment maintenance, daily reporting, and effective communication with team members and management.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Proven Experience As A Trimmer/ClimberCDL A Or BOSHA CertificationAerial Rescue TrainingTree Identification

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Hard Skills

Climbing And Trimming TechniquesOperating Hand And Power ToolsEquipment MaintenanceDaily ReportingProblem-SolvingAbility To Lift Heavy BrushAbility To Identify Job HazardsAbility To Evaluate Methods For Tree AssignmentsCompletion Of Trimmer StandardsDeveloped Climbing Skills

Soft Skills

LeadershipCrew CoordinationTraining

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's LicenseFirst Aid/CPR Training

Industry Keywords

Tree TrimmingBucket OperatorEquipment InspectionSafety-First MindsetBilingual

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide management and leadership to a tree crew while performing assigned jobs
Communicate daily with the General Foreman regarding all aspects of the job
Perform all skills required of tree trimmers with a safety-first mindset
Understand and manage assigned jobs
Maintain equipment inspection paperwork
Inspect and maintain equipment
Complete daily paperwork and reports
Complete timesheets accurately and on time
Perform other assigned tasks and responsibilities
Service Evansville, Mt. Vernon, Jasper, Lynnville, Indiana, and surrounding areas, with possible travel

Requirements

What you’ll need

Valid driver's license required
CDL A or B preferred
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Proven experience as a trimmer/climber and bucket operator, often 2+ years
OSHA, Aerial Rescue, First Aid/CPR training
Leadership, crew coordination, training, equipment inspection, daily reporting, and problem-solving
Tree identification
Operating hand and power tools
Climbing and trimming techniques
Equipment maintenance
Ability to perform strenuous tasks and lift heavy brush
Ability to work in various weather conditions
Bilingual is a plus
Ability to push/pull brush or wood in excess of 100 lbs
Ability to perform strenuous repetitive work while walking, bending, sitting, or climbing
Ability to use personal protective gear daily
Ability to identify job hazards, job briefings, and drop zones
Ability to identify tree assignments and initiate drop zones
Ability to evaluate proper mechanical or manual methods for tree assignments
Completion of safety videos and First Aid/CPR training programs
Completion of Aerial Rescue Training Program
Completion of all Trimmer Standards
Developed climbing skills within 24+ months

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision Insurance
8-10-hour shifts
Monday to Friday schedule
On-call availability
Weekend availability
Assistance obtaining a CDL B license