Utility Arborist Metro East (Tucker, GA)

Southern Company • Tucker, GA

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About The Position

The position will administer the integrated vegetation management (IVM) plan for powerline rights of way and will support the Distribution Areas for Georgia Power Company's service area. Some overnight travel may be required. The specific work territory will be Metro East - Tucker and Minola Operating HQs. The successful candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance to the assigned territory. A modified relocation assistance may be available for this position.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Forestry or related field preferred
• Must possess, or obtain within industry guidelines, ISA Certified Arborist certification
• ISA Utility Specialist desired
• Must possess, or obtain within industry guidelines, appropriate herbicide application license
• Knowledge of distribution and transmission utility electrical systems desired
• Familiarity with ANSI Z-133, A-300 standards desired
• Knowledge of NERC Standard for vegetation management, FAC 003-5, preferred
• Utility integrated vegetation management experience desired
• Contractor management experience desired

Nice To Haves

• State Registered Forester license a plus
• Ability to communicate in English and Spanish is a plus
• Experience with mobile applications and GIS / GPS applications is a plus

Responsibilities

• Implementation and management of an integrated vegetation management (IVM) plan across the assigned territory
• Perform on-going quality control inspections of completed work as well as work in progress to ensure compliance with contract specifications
• Manage an annual IVM budget to complete the scheduled work plan
• Manage contractor resource levels to complete funded work plan
• Manage and coordinate the daily work-plans of multiple contractor resources to ensure work practices are performed safely, productively, and within schedule
• Establish and maintain relationships with various federal, state, municipal, and local government agencies and departments related to vegetation management
• Represent Georgia Power to various organizations such as local tree boards, neighborhood associations, professional organizations, company or industry committees, etc.
• Effectively communicate vegetation maintenance objectives and practices to both internal and external customers
• Ensure all compliance and regulatory obligations are met
• Ensure compliance with requirements of FAC-003-5 always
• Work outside normal business hours in support of emergency restoration efforts is expected

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Annual incentive awards for eligible employees
• Health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being
• Modified relocation assistance may be available
• Additional compensation, such as an incentive program, may be available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree