Vegetation Management Specialist

Middle Tennessee Electric • Murfreesboro, TN

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About The Position

The Vegetation Management Specialist promotes maximum service to members by proactively directing vegetation management program operations for assigned areas and coordinating the work of multiple vegetation management contractors. The role also performs member service functions to ensure prompt, courteous, and efficient handling of requests, providing quality service to members and contractors on vegetation management issues.

MTE values ideal team players who are humble, hungry, and people smart, and considers this the most vital attribute for the organization. The position is classified as exempt. Employment is contingent on pre-employment drug screening and background checks, including social security number validity and trace, motor vehicle records, and criminal history.

Requirements

• Demonstrate the Ideal Team Player virtues: humble, hungry, and people smart.
• Four-year degree from an accredited college.
• Become state certified in herbicide application within two years of assuming responsibilities.
• Become an ISA Certified Arborist within two years of assuming responsibilities.
• Become an ISA Certified Utility Arborist within three years of assuming responsibilities.
• Proficiency using GIS and Microsoft Office programs.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in department functions, including interactions with outside vendors and contractors.
• Ability to deal with angry or frustrated members.

Nice To Haves

• Three years of related experience in GIS, vegetation, or forestry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Proactively direct vegetation management program operations for assigned areas.
• Coordinate the work of multiple vegetation management contractors.
• Handle member service requests promptly, courteously, and efficiently.
• Provide quality service to members and contractors on vegetation management issues.

Benefits

• 401(k) and Roth 401(k)
• Accrued paid time off for vacation and sick leave
• Twelve paid holidays each year
• Employee pension program
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mental health and well-being programs
• Discounts from companies such as United Communications, Verizon, and Nissan
• Financial and retirement planning services
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time