Is a Project Manager required to serve as a Service Technician for a Bigfoot Forestry franchise?

According to the 2025 Bigfoot Forestry Franchise Disclosure Document, if a franchisee hires a Project Manager, that Project Manager is required to also serve as a Service Technician. This is in addition to fulfilling other requirements such as being approved by Bigfoot Forestry, completing additional training programs, dedicating full-time efforts to the business, and signing a Confidentiality Agreement.

This requirement ensures that the Project Manager has practical, hands-on experience with providing Bigfoot Forestry Services. It also means that the Project Manager can fill in as a Service Technician when needed, providing flexibility in staffing.

For a prospective franchisee, this means that hiring a Project Manager adds an additional layer of responsibility. The Project Manager cannot simply manage projects from afar but must also be capable of performing the actual services offered by the franchise. This could influence the type of person a franchisee seeks to hire for the Project Manager role, as they will need both management skills and technical aptitude.