Capital Transmission Arborist
On-sitePalestine, Texas, United States or Tyler, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Inspect and evaluate trees and brush along utility lines, map circuits using client continuity lists, and patrol distribution or transmission circuits to investigate prescribed work. Coordinate assigned tree clearance crews, enter trimming prescriptions into hand-held computers, and notify property owners of scheduled work. Audit contractor-completed trimming and removal to ensure compliance with approved forms, determine future trimming needs, and complete post-audit reports. Manage permit issuance, perform outage investigations, negotiate crew access issues, and conduct herbicide audits while adhering to all regulatory requirements and safety protocols.
Required Qualifications
- 2 or 4 year degree in Rangeland Management, Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management or closely related field
- high school diploma/GED and 2 years of experience in Utility Vegetation Management or other related field
- ISA Certification and TDA Pesticide Applicator's License
- Ability to learn and use company or job-specific software systems
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office [Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook] or similar software suite
- Ability to identify local trees and knowledge of growth rates
- Ability to work in rugged terrain and inclement weather
- Ability to read and follow maps
- Ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle
- Self-starter with excellent interpersonal skills, ability to multi-task, and work independently and as a team
- Excellent communication skills, comfortable interacting with senior management, customers, and clients
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills and ability to exercise good judgement to make good business decisions
- Knowledge of vegetation management and herbicide use
- Knowledge of electric utility facilities and hardware
- Must be able to obtain an International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certification as an Arborist within thirty (30) months upon being assigned as a CUF
- All employees are required to take an online safe driver course and safety training
- Drug/Alcohol Testing is required
Desired Qualifications
- One year of experience on the Oncor VM System
- High school diploma requirement can be waived for 5 years of UVM experience
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