Utility Arborist II

PPL • Midway, KY

6d

About The Position

This position is responsible for the administration of a cost effective, incentive-based Vegetation Management Program using best practices in the industry which includes the administration of contract work planners, tree clearing and herbicide crews. #LG&EKU #INDLGE

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Forestry, Horticulture, Agriculture, or related discipline
• 3+ years of vegetation management experience or equivalent experience on a year for year basis.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to handle complex customer related issues

Nice To Haves

• ISA Arborist certification
• Herbicide license
• Excellent organization skills and able to manage multiple priorities

Responsibilities

• During the intermediate classification phase, arborist will work alongside manager and peer arborists to fulfill core responsibilities, including, but not limited to the following:
• Assisting in the coordination of work planner schedule and tree contractors work plan
• Assisting and prioritizing schedule to enhance reliability program
• Assisting in the coordination of program with Operation Center management team
• Assisting to ensure contractor passport safety program is implemented
• Assisting in the planning and scheduling of circuits to be trimmed, monitoring and inspecting Right of Ways for trim and spray schedules. Counting all trees on a given circuit, set target price, specify scope of work, and negotiate price with contractor
• Assisting in budget management to ensure cost effectiveness without exceeding budget dollars
• Assisting in customer relations and customer commitment. Meeting with customers and community leaders as required on sensitive tree trimming issues
• Weekly computer time sheet entry of the tree crews, check for contractor mistakes, verify accurate invoices, and produce reports
• Compile, submit, and maintain quarterly and annual contractor evaluations
• Assisting in the coordination of tree resources during storm events
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees