General Foreperson — Utility Vegetation Management

Job overview

The General Foreperson — Utility Vegetation Management role is based in Gary, Indiana, and requires travel to assigned crew locations and out of town for storm restoration when needed. The posting states pay of $31.50 per hour. The foreperson coordinates crews, equipment, tools, and supplies to complete jobs safely and efficiently. The role leads crew operations, enforces safety practices, and manages staffing, equipment, and job execution. It contributes to reliable utility vegetation management and storm work by ensuring crews are prepared, qualified, and equipped for assigned work.

What you'll do

• Coordinate crew members, equipment, tools, and supplies
• enforce safety rules
• communicate with utility representatives
• dispatch crews
• train employees on safety and equipment
• support accident reporting and investigations
• hire, train, and discipline employees
• approve time
• plan job execution
• manage materials and equipment
• verify driver approvals and employee qualifications
• perform storm work as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

general foreperson

utility vegetation management

gary in

w a kendall and company

full-time

$31.50 per hour

crew supervision

powerlines

safety leadership

equipment coordination

storm restoration

travel required

first aid

cpr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k) enrollment option
• paid time off, with eligibility and accrual varying by position.

Why this role

Previous general foreperson experience working around powerlines is required; travel throughout the week and out-of-town storm restoration travel are required as needed.

About the employer

W A Kendall and Company LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Landscaping Services. Sector: 56.