General Foreman

Job Title: General Foreman

Location: Cameron Park, CA (travel required to project sites across California)

Reports to: Operations Manager

Compensation Range: $100,000 - $130,000 annually (based on experience and qualifications)

Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and travel opportunities

TSU - A Ceres Company

TSU (Tree Service Unlimited, Inc.) is a leader in quality utility line clearing services, vegetation management, emergency disaster response, and woody debris management solutions for utility networks. TSU is headquartered in the capital of California, Sacramento.

Our goal is to continue strategizing with large utility companies and agencies to better secure the power grid in the event of disaster while maintaining hazard-free lines from wildfires.

The Ceres Commitment

Ceres Environmental Services is a leader in crisis management, rapid response, and disaster recovery, committed to rebuilding stronger, safer communities. Founded in 1976, Ceres has secured more than $3.2 billion in government-funded contracts, reflecting decades of trusted service in delivering critical aid.

We specialize in emergency response, environmental services, planning, and consulting, including debris removal, blue roofs, logistics, debris management, demolition, recycling, forest management, and coastal and marine restoration. As a licensed general contractor, we offer unparalleled expertise to restore stability where it's needed most.

Driven by Purpose, Powered by People

At Ceres and TSU, we believe you're more than just an employee; you're part of a team with a purpose and a meaningful mission. Whether in management, field operations, or behind the scenes, every team member plays a vital role in restoring hope, protecting communities, and keeping critical infrastructure safe.

We value initiative, respect diversity, and give our people the freedom to lead. We offer competitive pay, travel opportunities, and a culture built on resilience and teamwork.

If you show up with compassion, share the commitment, react with urgency, and deliver solutions, you'll fit right in. We don't just respond to challenges - we rise to them.

What We Are Looking For

TSU is seeking a General Foreman to lead, organize, and manage daily vegetation management and tree trimming operations across multiple project sites. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing several crews, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality across all job sites within the client's Right-of-Way (ROW) and critical infrastructure.

This position reports directly to the Operations Manager and serves as the central connection between field operations and senior management. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with strong technical expertise in utility vegetation management, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to safety and performance.

Success in the first 12 months will include developing cohesive, high-performing crews, maintaining safety and compliance standards, and ensuring project schedules and budgets are met consistently.

What You Will Do

• Organize, schedule, and lead multiple crews to complete vegetation management projects safely and efficiently.
• Manage crew production schedules to ensure all time, quality, and budget targets are achieved.
• Provide ongoing coaching and performance evaluations to crew leaders and field personnel.
• Maintain qualifications and certifications to work within the minimum approach distance of energized electrical lines.
• Conduct risk and hazard assessments and implement mitigation procedures.
• Resolve conflicts among personnel, vendors, and customers while maintaining professionalism.
• Train and instruct crews in proper utility tree work and vegetation management methods.
• Safely operate and supervise the use of saws, lifts, chippers, trucks, and related equipment.
• Manage geographically dispersed crews and ensure clear communication between field and management teams.
• Draft, compile, and complete project documentation, forms, and reports in digital and physical formats.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, CAL OSHA, and ANSI Z133 safety standards and all company policies.
• Communicate regularly with Senior Management and Human Resources regarding staffing, performance, and compliance.
• Identify, initiate, and document preventive and corrective disciplinary actions when necessary.
• Foster a positive, safety-first culture through example, training, and accountability.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of experience in utility line clearance or Right-of-Way (ROW) vegetation management operations.
• Proven leadership experience managing multiple field crews.
• Valid Driver License.
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in varying environmental conditions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial Driver License (Class A or B).
• ISA Certified Arborist, ISA Certified Utility Arborist, or Certified Tree Safety Professional (CTSP).
• Qualified Applicator License (QAL) or Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC).
• Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ).
• Familiarity with MS Word, Excel, ArcGIS, and mobile field applications (Collector/Field Maps).
• Experience working with IBEW 1245 labor agreements.

What to Expect

The General Foreman role is field-driven and dynamic - no two days are the same. You'll lead multiple vegetation management crews across California, ensuring every project is delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard. The role requires extensive travel, hands-on field engagement, and the ability to motivate teams in challenging environments.

At TSU, our leaders lead from the front - modeling safe work practices, professionalism, and accountability. You'll join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements and Environment

• Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, and balance in varying conditions.
• Must be able to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and talk or hear.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must have specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Must be willing to wear PPE (hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, etc.).
• Ability to work in challenging environments including adverse weather, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, exposure to mechanical parts, wet/humid conditions, high/elevated places, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock and vibration, and loud noise levels.
• Commitment to following safety standards and protocols.

Why Join TSU?

At TSU, you won't just have a job - you'll have a mission. Your leadership will directly impact community safety and resilience through vegetation management and wildfire prevention.

We offer:

• A collaborative, mission-driven culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• The chance to make a lasting difference for communities across the U.S.

Tree Services Unlimited is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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