Arborist

# Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Eversource will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

# Plans and coordinates the implementation of transmission or distribution vegetation management. Provides work direction to contractors performing vegetation management and ensures customer service reliability and Company’s primary contact for vegetation management. The role is integral for the compliance of regulatory requirements including vegetation control and inspections, the reliable operation of our electrical system and the oversight and safety of the contractors performing the work. The position will be assigned a distinct geographic area and/or transmission ROWs.

# ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

- # Plans, coordinates and schedules work in connection with the vegetation management program, erosion control, landscaping, and line clearance tree work within the Eversource service area.

- # Oversees the field performance of vegetation maintenance work; schedules emergency line clearing and vegetation work when hazards are reported or observed; and consults with Town, state, and water company officials as well as identified environmental groups or agencies and property owners on proposed work and techniques to be used, obtain necessary permits, perform contractor performance reviews; etc.

- # Establishes prioritized schedules to perform work within budget guidelines.

- # Employee must be available when required for emergency restoration events on the entire Eversource System.

# Transmission

- # Coordinates Right-of-Way (ROW) vegetation management and control program activities in accordance with the Transmission Vegetation Management Plan and all federal regulations covering the transmission vegetation control activities.

- # Responsible for ROW and line inspections to ensure adequate vegetation clearances or note any potential clearance problems, identify sensitive locations where maintenance activities require modifications or change

- # Reviews information on past problems and special environmental and public relations constraints.

- # Coordinates with Transmission Engineering and Construction group to assist with vegetation clearing efforts and issues, prepares estimates for scheduled work and capital clearing projects and determines appropriate resource requirements

# Distribution

- # Monitors contractor performance and acts to ensure improvements or dismissal if necessary.

- # Ensures that customer complaints are properly addressed.

- # Ensures that capital and expense work is accomplished cost effectively and on budget while adhering to Company standards.

- # Manages contractor crew activities including analyzing productivity and effectiveness of work performed.

- # Utilizes the appropriate Work Management System to manage workload and budget.

- # Reviews monthly variance to determine effectiveness of vegetation management operations, identify problem areas and validate data.

- # Ensures that contractor invoices are properly reviewed, and payments authorized on a timely basis.

- # Provides advice on Company issues related to proper arboricultural practices; plant health and pesticide use and applies authority vested in the Arborist and Pesticide Applicator Supervisory License.

# TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

# Technical Knowledge/Skill:

# Education:

- # Bachelor’s degree in Forestry or Arboriculture, related discipline or equivalent experience

# Experience:

- # Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in utility forestry/arboriculture or equivalent experience in related disciplines

# Licenses & Certifications:

- # Requires a valid Arborist license/certification and commercial pesticide license for right-of-way work for the state in which assigned or the ability to obtain licenses/certification within one year.

- # Valid motor vehicle operator's license, required.

# WORKING CONDITIONS:

- # Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.

- # Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

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Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive.The annual salary range for this position is:

$91,320.00-$101,470.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement:

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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