POSTING DEADLINE
This position is posted until filled.
DEPARTMENT
Department: Vegetation Management
JOB DESCRIPTION
Division Forester I
Salary Grade: G09
Minimum Midpoint Maximum
$50,991 - $67,562 - $84,134
SUMMARY:
Under direct supervision, provides support in vegetation management within the company's rights-of-way, with the goal of supporting the best balance of system reliability and safety within the established budget.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Applies entry-level forestry skills in line clearance operations by monitoring daily contractor performance through frequent field visits within an assigned area and by performing periodic field audits
- Investigates and handles less complex customer issues including: access refusals, complaints about the work performed, and other vegetation management activities
- Maintains the records for each substation feeder¿s tree species, population, and workload
- Reviews weekly contractor crew production/time sheets for accuracy
- Develops contractor tree crew costs awareness by ensuring cost-effective spending
- Participates in communications/activities with appropriate agencies and departments and with various community organizations
- Uses Company and industry standards to ensure safety
COMPETENCIES:
- Basic knowledge of tree physiology and biology
- Fundamental knowledge of herbicides and related regulations
- General knowledge of electric utility construction practices for transmission and distribution systems
- Ability to prioritize, schedule, organize, focus on, and complete work
- Ability to manage difficult or emotional customer situations while maintaining a professional and courteous demeanor
- Ability to effectively respond to customer requests for service and/or assistance with a sense of urgency
- Excellent listening and observation skills
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in Forestry or Aboriculture with one to three years experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
- Must possess current, legally valid drivers license and meet the Companys driving record requirements.
- Must apply for and take the ISA Certified Arborist Exam within one year.
TXNM Energy, Inc.
Albuquerque
New Mexico United States
www.txnmenergy.com
