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Summary: The General Foremanis responsible for overseeing and directing multiple foremen and craft personnel across specific trade areas (e.g., welding, pipefitting, electrical, structural fitting, painting) in ship construction, repair, and maintenance projects. The General Foreman serves as a key link between field crews and upper management, ensuring technical execution aligns with project and shipyard goals.

<img alt="" height="92" src="https://assets.jazz.co/customers/customer_20230623161721_SPCC0U66X8D1Z8UJ/layout/20251219162133-image-20251219112133-1.png" width="142"/><br/><br/><b>Job Title:</b> General Foreman<br/><b>Location:</b> Connecticut<br/><b>Hourly Rate:</b> Based on Experience<br/><br/><b>About Us:</b> We are a veteran owned contractor, providing project, maintenance, and outage support throughout the United States.  Over the past 15 years we have proven to be a trusted partner for our clients while providing services that help power the world.<br/><br/><b>Summary</b><b>: </b>The General Foreman<b></b>is responsible for overseeing and directing multiple foremen and craft personnel across specific trade areas (e.g., welding, pipefitting, electrical, structural fitting, painting) in ship construction, repair, and maintenance projects. This role ensures efficient workforce management, adherence to schedule and quality standards, and a strong safety culture across the production area.<br/>The General Foreman serves as a key link between field crews and upper management, ensuring technical execution aligns with project and shipyard goals.<br/><br/><b>Key Responsibilities:</b><ul style="margin-bottom:8px"><li style="margin-bottom:8px">Supervise and coordinate daily activities of multiple craft foremen and their crews.</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">Ensure compliance with production schedules, safety regulations, quality standards, and specifications (ABS, USCG, NAVSEA, etc.).</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">Support the Craft Superintendent in executing the work plan and adjusting priorities as needed.</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">Review and interpret ship construction drawings, work packages, and job specifications to direct field operations.</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">Plan and allocate manpower, tools, materials, and equipment across multiple work fronts.</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">Monitor progress, conduct inspections, and provide direction to foremen to resolve issues proactively.</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">Maintain clear and effective communication between management, foremen, engineering, safety, and planning departments.</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">Enforce safety protocols and lead regular toolbox talks and job hazard analyses (JHAs).</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">Track and report on productivity, work status, delays, and resource needs to the Craft Superintendent or Area Manager.</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">Assist in training and developing foremen and craft workers, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">Ensure housekeeping, organization, and discipline within assigned work areas.</li></ul><br/><b>Qualifications:</b><br/><b>Education & Experience:</b><ul style="margin-bottom:8px"><li style="margin-bottom:8px">High school diploma or equivalent required.</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">Vocational or technical training in shipbuilding trades (e.g., welding, pipefitting, electrical, structural) preferred.</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">7+ years of relevant experience in shipbuilding or ship repair, with at least 2–4 years in a foreman or general foreman role.</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">Demonstrated experience managing multi-trade teams in a marine or shipyard environment.</li></ul><b>Skills & Competencies:</b><ul style="margin-bottom:8px"><li style="margin-bottom:8px">Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate teams.</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">In-depth knowledge of shipbuilding practices, trade sequencing, and safety regulations.</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, work orders, and specifications.</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">Familiarity with regulatory standards (ABS, NAVSEA, USCG, OSHA).</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">Strong organizational and time management skills.</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">Proficient in using shipyard timekeeping, reporting, and production software (e.g., AVEVA, ERP systems, or yard-specific tools).</li></ul><b>Certifications (Preferred or Required Depending on Employer):</b><ul style="margin-bottom:8px"><li style="margin-bottom:8px">OSHA 30 (Maritime or Construction)</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">First Aid/CPR Certification</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">NCCER, AWS, or craft-specific credentials</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">Security clearance for government/military contract work (preferred for NAVSEA/DOD projects)</li></ul><br/><b>Working Conditions:</b><ul style="margin-bottom:8px"><li style="margin-bottom:8px">Work is primarily performed in a shipyard environment, including aboard vessels, in confined spaces, and at heights.</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">Exposure to hot, cold, noisy, or dusty environments is common.</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">Requires physical activity including walking, climbing ladders, bending, lifting, and working in awkward positions.</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">Must wear appropriate PPE at all times.</li><li style="margin-bottom:8px">May involve night shifts, weekends, and extended hours based on project needs.</li></ul><div style="margin-bottom:8px"><b>Physical Requirements: </b>Employees must be able to safely perform the essential functions of "the position" <b>with or without reasonable accommodation</b>, including:<br/> <ul><li class="x">Perform sustained physical activity, including standing, walking, climbing, and working extended shifts</li></ul><ul><li class="x">Lift, carry, push, and pull tools, materials, and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.</li></ul><ul><li class="x">Bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and work in varied body positions</li></ul><ul><li class="x">Work at heights and in confined or restricted spaces</li></ul><ul><li class="x">Work in outdoor and indoor environments under varying weather and site conditions</li></ul><ul><li class="x">Work on uneven, slippery, or rough terrain in active industrial or construction settings</li></ul><ul><li class="x">Wear required personal protective equipment, including fall protection and respiratory protection when required</li></ul><ul><li class="x">Maintain situational awareness and communicate effectively to work safely around moving equipment and hazards</li></ul></div><br/><b>Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:</b><br/>ARC Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.<br/> <p>Powered by JazzHR</p>

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Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchange of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services. Manage, direct and supervise crew leaders, field personnel and equipment as well as plan and execute assigned work by: Organizing and assigning crews and equipment to efficiently perform the required work .

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<p><b>Company:</b> Davey Tree Surgery Co.  <br/><b>Locations:</b> Warwick, RI  <br/><b>Additional Locations:</b> Warwick, RI <br/><b>Work Site:</b> On Site   <br/><b>Req ID:</b> 223149 </p><p> </p><div><div style="border:1px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1em;margin:0px"><b>Position Overview</b></h2></div><div><p>Davey Utility Line Clearance, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is pleased to offer a key opportunity in the field of Utility Line Clearance as a General Foreman | Foreperson.</p></div></div><div style="border:1px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1em;margin:0px"><b>Job Duties</b></h2></div><div><p><b>What You’ll Do:  </b></p><ul><li>Manage, direct and supervise crew leaders, field personnel and equipment as well as plan and execute assigned work by: </li><li>Organizing and assigning crews and equipment to efficiently perform the required work  </li><li>Understand and follow all company policies, procedures, and work rules </li><li>Maintain accurate records of required work </li><li>Oversee the hiring and training of all Davey employees in territory </li><li>Investigate accidents and promptly report to appropriate management </li><li>Every day there’s something new to do! </li></ul></div></div><div style="border:1px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1em;margin:0px"><b>Qualifications</b></h2></div><div><p><strong>What We’re Seekin </strong></p><ul><li>Love of the outdoors </li><li>Ability to complete Electrical Hazard Awareness Program and OSHA training </li><li>Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire </li><li>Required: valid driver’s license </li><li>Required: line clearance experience or other related tree work</li><li>Preferred: Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement </li><li>Preferred: relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law </li><li>Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional® </li></ul></div></div><div style="border:1px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1em;margin:0px"><b>Additional Information</b></h2></div><div><p><strong>What We Offer: * </strong></p><ul><li>Paid time off and paid holidays </li><li>Pay range: $32 - $34/hour (based on experience)</li><li>Opportunities for advancement </li><li>All job specific equipment and safety gear provided </li><li>401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match </li><li>Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options </li><li>Group health plan </li><li>Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas </li><li>Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skills trainers </li><li>Scholarship program for children of employees </li><li>Charitable matching gift program </li></ul><p>*All listed benefits available to eligible employees </p></div></div><div style="border:1px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1em;margin:0px"><b>Company Overview</b></h2></div><div><p>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 exchange of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services. </p><p> </p><p>We are currently looking to add a dynamic general foreperson to our passionate team of electrical facility maintenance professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!  </p></div></div></div><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p><b>Accommodations:</b> 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.</p><p><b>If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at</b><p>SurgeryJobs@davey.com</p>.</p><p><b>Employment Type:</b> Permanent <br/><b>Job Type:</b> Full Time <br/><b>Travel Expectations:</b> Up to 25%</p>

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