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The Davey Tree Expert Company

Foreman

Silver City, NM

$19 - $25.25/hr

... foreman to our passionate team of utility line clearance professionals. Your office is outdoors ... ISA Certified Arborist ® , ISA Certified Tree Worker ® , and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety ...

The Davey Tree Expert Company

Foreman

Cypress, TX

$17.75 - $23.25/hr

ISA Certified Arborist ® , ISA Certified Tree Worker ® , and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety ... Davey Tree Surgery, a Davey Company, is currently looking to add a dynamic utility foreperson ...

Hocking College

Tree Care

Nelsonville, OH · On-site

$15/hr

Tree Care Student Employment Salary: $15.00 I. Position Purpose The purpose of the Tree Care Student Employee position is to support the Tree Care/Forestry Manager in maintaining the health, safety ...

MOON VALLEY GROUP

Bucket Truck Foreman

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$25 - $40/hr

Job Summary Moon Valley Nurseries is seeking an experienced Bucket Truck Tree Foreman to lead a crew in providing safe and efficient tree care services. The foreman will operate a bucket truck to ...

The Davey Tree Expert Company

Foreman

Lindsay, OK · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Foreman Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co. Locations: Lindsay, OK Additional Locations: N\A Work Site ... ISA Certified Arborist ® , ISA Certified Tree Worker ® , and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety ...

Moon Valley Nurseries

Bucket Truck Foreman

Phoenix, AZ

$25 - $40/hr

Job Summary Moon Valley Nurseries is seeking an experienced Bucket Truck Tree Foreman to lead a crew in providing safe and efficient tree care services. The foreman will operate a bucket truck to ...

Sperber Landscape Companies

Climber Tree Care

Belmont, MA · On-site

$23.50 - $32.25/hr

Responsibilities The Climber directly assist Foreman in daily tree care operations. Climb and cleanup work. * Climb and prune trees using rope and saddle. * Prune and/or remove large trees. * Cut ...

Sperber Landscape Companies

Climber Tree Care

Belmont, MA · On-site

$23.50 - $32.25/hr

Responsibilities The Climber directly assist Foreman in daily tree care operations. Climb and cleanup work. * Climb and prune trees using rope and saddle. * Prune and/or remove large trees. * Cut ...

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How much do tree care foreman jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for tree care foreman in the United States is $22.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.47 and $25.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Tree Care Foreman, you need extensive knowledge of arboriculture practices, tree biology, and jobsite safety, typically supported by experience in tree care and a relevant certification like ISA Certified Arborist. Familiarity with technical tools such as chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts, and specialized safety equipment, as well as competency with digital work management systems, is essential. Strong leadership, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities help you manage crews, interact with clients, and address on-site challenges. These skills are vital for ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality tree care operations while maintaining client satisfaction and team performance.

What is a Tree Care Foreman job?

A Tree Care Foreman supervises and coordinates tree maintenance and removal operations. They lead a team of arborists and ground workers, ensuring safety protocols and proper techniques are followed. Responsibilities include pruning, trimming, removing trees, and operating equipment like chainsaws and bucket trucks. They also communicate with clients, assess job sites, and provide guidance on tree health and care. Strong leadership, tree care expertise, and adherence to safety regulations are essential for this role.

What does a typical day look like for a Tree Care Foreman, and what are the main responsibilities?

A typical day for a Tree Care Foreman involves overseeing a team of tree care professionals during site operations, planning work assignments, and ensuring all safety protocols are followed. Responsibilities include conducting site assessments, communicating with clients about project needs, operating or supervising the use of equipment, and ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and safely. You’ll also be responsible for training crew members, maintaining equipment, and documenting work activities. This dynamic role often requires quick decision-making and effective teamwork, with opportunities to develop leadership skills and advance to higher management positions within the field.

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The Davey Tree Expert Company

Silver City, NM

$19 - $25.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 26 days ago

Davey Tree rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 98 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co.  
Locations: Silver City, NM  
Additional Locations: Silver City, NM 
Work Site: On Site   
Req ID: 224107 

Overview

Davey Tree Surgery, a Davey Company, is currently looking to add a dynamic utility foreperson/foreman to our passionate team of utility line clearance professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day! 

Job Duties

What You’ll Do: 

  • Lead a 2-5 person tree crew in performing all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers.  Including but not limited to:   
  • Pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal 
  • Removing broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects 
  • Application of tree identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines 
  • Perform job-site inspections with proper planning and execution of assigned work and tasks 
  • Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more 
  • Mentor and train new employees 
  • How high you grow depends on you! 
Qualifications

What We’re Seeking: 

  • Love of the outdoors  
  • Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire  
  • Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire    
  • Required: two year’s experience in utility line clearance tree trimming 
  • Required: line clearance experience or other related tree work 
  • Required: Valid driver’s license  
  • Preferred: Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B without air brake restriction 
  • Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law  
  • Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional® 
Company Overview

What We Offer: *

  • Progressive advancement in job classification and wage 
  • Benefits through union agreement including health insurance and pension 
  • Opportunity to travel  
  • Opportunity for overtime work 
  • All job specific equipment and safety gear provided 
  • Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options 
  • Employee referral bonus program 
  • Scholarship program for children of employees 
  • Charitable matching gift program 
  • *All listed benefits available to eligible employees 
  • Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation!  Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.  

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

The Davey Tree Surgery Company is based in Livermore, California, and provides a full range of utility tree care and pole test and treat services. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at SurgeryJobs@davey.com.

Employment Type: Permanent 
Job Type: Full Time 
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%

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