UAM Utility Pole Foreman | WI

Compensation Data

Starting Rate

Industry Experience$25-28/Hr

Non-Industry Leadership Experience$22-25/Hr

Company Vehicle Gas Card and Lodging Provided

$35/dayMeal Perdiemavailable for both Foreman and Crew Members

$55/month Cell Phone Stipend

Hiring Incentive Foreman for Wisconsin

Were excited to offer two limited-time incentives for experienced Foremen joining our Wisconsin team:

Foreman Sign-On Bonus

• $200/week bonus for your first 5 weeks on the job thats$1000total just for getting started!

• Still with us on December 31 2025 Youll receive an additional$1000loyalty bonus.

• Offer applies to Foreman-level hires with industry experience who begin on the Wisconsin team.

Referral Bonus

Know experienced crew members Refer them and receive$100once theyre hired on the Wisconsin team and active for 4 weeks.

Position Overview

The Pole Inspection and TreatmentForemanis responsible for ensuring that projects meet metrics related to safety quality production and compliance. This position involves leading a team of crew members and serving as a subject matter expert in the field. Key responsibilities include allocating and managing resources to meet project deadlines performing daily physical tasks and frequent travel. This position supports the inspection restoration and enhancement of utility infrastructure. This is aworking foremanposition leading in a field environment.

Job Duties

• Serve as aworking foreman actively participating in daily field tasks alongside crew members.

• Lead by example in completing utility pole inspections restoration work and field operations.

• Ensure team performance meets safety quality production and compliance standards.

• Supervise and support daily utility pole inspection and restoration tasks.

• Oversee team scheduling and attendance.

• Communicate daily progress major issues to the Project Manager.

• Provide on-the-job training mentorship and performance feedback to team members.

• Lead safety and collaborate with the Safety Team on investigations and documentation.

• Conduct daily safety and quality control inspections to ensure compliance with regulations and client standards.

• Assist in hiring and ongoing training of new employees.

• Operate company vehicles and ensure proper care and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.

• Utilize technology (e.g. GPS iPads GIS software) for field documentation and data collection.

• Perform field tasks including utility pole inspections excavation backfilling preservative application and steel truss installation.

• Use handheld and pneumatic tools as needed for restoration work.

• Interact professionally with landowners and represent the company in public settings.

• Maintain job site cleanliness and ensure safe efficient work practices.

• Remain current with new technology and apply it to field operations.

• Travel extensively (75100%) based on project requirements.

• React appropriately in emergencies and adhere to all company policies and procedures.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize tasks and work with limited direct supervision.

• Lead motivate influence and direct team members; demonstrates a growth mindset focused on continuous improvement and learning.

• Analyze problems effectively identify alternative solutions anticipate outcomes and implement resources appropriately.

• Demonstrated knowledge of utility infrastructure including electric hazard identification electric equipment and communication equipment.

• Proficiency in pole inspection and restoration with the ability to train and mentor others.

• Experience following best practices for working with utility poles and related infrastructure.

• Ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions in inspection and restoration processes.

• Proven ability to work independently and effectively in a field setting.

• Valid drivers license and a clean Motor Vehicle Report; must pass the Davey Drivers Safety Course.

• Ability to obtain a pesticide license where state regulations require it.

• Comfortable using technology in the field including iPads cameras GIS software and navigation tools.

• Effective communicator in both one-on-one and group settings.

• Ability to follow detailed instructions accurately and operate safely.

• Proficient in English.

• Experience using Google Workspace tools.

Additional Information

What We Offer

As anemployee-owned company we believe in investing in the people who help drive our success. That means treating our team members like ownersbecause they are. After six months of full-time employment eligible employees can become shareholders through our Employee Stock Ownership Program. Ownership fosters collaboration pride and a shared responsibility in the work we do and the culture we build.

Were committed to providing a safe rewarding and growth-focused work environment backed by industry-leading training advanced technology and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits Highlights

Health & Wellness

• Group health plans

• Short- and long-term disability insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid parental leave

Financial Security

• 401(k) with up to 4% company match

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan buy stock at a 15% discount

• Payroll savings plan

• Charitable matching gift program

• Employee referral bonus program

Time Off

• Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)

Education & Development

• Employee Educational Scholarship

• Davey Family Scholarship

• Industry-leading training and development opportunities

Perks & Discounts

• 20% discount on all Davey services

• Cell phone discounts

• Vehicle purchase discount program