Forestry Journeyman-EnerStar

Wabash Valley Power Alliance • Paris, IL

8d • $39 - $39 • Onsite

About The Position

The Forestry Journeyman assists in leading the cooperative’s efforts in the clearing of right-of-way of electric power lines to minimize storm and short-circuit hazards by performing essential duties. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to perform the essential functions of the job.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 4000 hours worked in the field of forestry/vegetation management and provide proof of same
• Current Class A CDL license
• Journeyman Card
• Proficiency/competency to climb

Responsibilities

• Supports the execution of an annual vegetation management plan for the cooperative.
• Supervises the work of other forestry team members, in the absence of the Forestry Foreman and Assistant Forestry Foreman.
• Assists to ensure that each forestry team member is equipped with the training and PPE required to perform the tasks assigned to them.
• Performs vegetation management practices including, but not limited to, spraying, tree trimming, brush cutting, chipping, and debris clean up.
• Operates power-driven machinery such as chain saw, hydraulic pruning equipment, gasoline-powered hedge trimmer, stump grinder, chipper, chemical sprayer, mower/bush hog, and/or similar equipment.
• Applies knowledge of modern tree trimming and tree surgery techniques, as well as vegetation management hazards and safe work practices.
• Prunes trees to eliminate hazards and to preserve tree health.
• Applies herbicides in accordance with applicable rules/statutes, as required.
• May be required to drive equipment requiring a Class A CDL license.
• Demonstrates proper care/maintenance of specialized tools and equipment.
• Communicates effectively with members regarding the value of EnerStar’s vegetation management practices on an as-needed basis.
• Offers recommendations that have the potential to improve safety, efficiency, or best work practices related to vegetation management.
• Must be willing to participate in safety meeting and take part in continued education on and off-site which may require overnight stays.

Benefits

• 401K-traditional and Roth-employer and employee contributions
• Defined Pension-employer contributes for employee
• Clothing allowance
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• 11 Holidays per year
• Life insurance paid for by EnerStar with more available with employee payroll deduction
• Very generous vacation and sick leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED