Traveling Vegetation Field Coordinator

QE Solar • WI, WI

21h • $26 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

QE Solar, in partnership with Quercus, is seeking Vegetation Field Coordinators to support vegetation management operations at utility-scale solar sites across the Midwest. This position is a hands-on field leadership role responsible for executing and overseeing vegetation maintenance activities including mowing, trimming, herbicide application, and site inspections. The Field Coordinator will lead small crews, ensure safe work practices, and support the successful completion of field operations in a dynamic outdoor environment. This role requires up to 80% travel.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Previous experience working independently
• Experience operating trucks and trailers (non-CDL)
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in outdoor environments
• Strong understanding of outdoor field operations and safety practices
• Ability to identify or learn native and invasive plant species
• Experience using GPS tools, maps, and mobile applications (e.g., OnX)
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing field conditions
• High attention to safety and detail
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and pull up to 75 lbs
• Ability to perform repetitive physical labor for extended periods
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow, full sun)
• Ability to safely operate heavy equipment and vehicles
• Ability to drive company vehicles and occasionally personal vehicle if needed
• Commitment to following all PPE and safety requirement
• Working in indoor and outdoor environments, including solar sites, construction sites, and industrial facilities, in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.)
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, and climbing on uneven terrain
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment up to 50 pounds or more, with or without assistance
• Use of hands and fingers to operate tools, testing equipment, and technical devices with precision
• Ability to safely climb ladders, scaffolding, and work at heights
• Ability to work in confined spaces and near energized equipment while maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols
• Visual acuity to read blueprints, schematics, and technical documents, and to identify potential hazards
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, harnesses, arc-flash protection, and other job-specific gear
• Effective verbal communication skills to coordinate with team members, supervisors, and other trades in active work environments

Nice To Haves

• Experience leading small crews
• Experience with commercial mowing equipment
• Background in land management or vegetation control

Responsibilities

• Perform vegetation management including mowing, trimming, and site clearing
• Operate equipment such as commercial mowers, string trimmers, ATVs, compact tractors, and skid steers
• Maintain vegetation around solar arrays, fencing, and access roads
• Apply herbicides using backpack sprayers and riding equipment
• Mix and handle herbicides according to safety standards
• Track and document chemical usage
• Safely operate company trucks and trailers to transport personnel and equipment
• Perform equipment shuttling between job sites
• Utilize defensive driving practices at all times
• Perform basic troubleshooting, maintenance, and minor repairs
• Monitor equipment condition and escalate issues as needed
• Track and report work progress to leadership
• Lead, support, and work alongside vegetation crews
• Conduct safety briefings and identify job hazards
• Adjust work plans based on environmental and site conditions
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, and clients
• Participate in trainings, meetings, and additional assigned tasks

Benefits

• 100% paid employee premium on health benefits
• Additional dependents at low costs and great plans for Health, Dental, Vision, FSA or HSA
• Wellbeing and Employee Assistance
• Perks at Work Marketplace for discounts on gym memberships, classes, tech, vacations, tickets, and more
• Family Building and Adoption Assistance Programs
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Discounted Life & Disability Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed