Intern-Forestry

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Job Summary

The selected student will assist with Dominion Energy South Carolina Transmission and Distribution powerline rights-of-way (r/w) maintenance and construction activities throughout the Dominion Energy SC service territory to include rural, urban and metro areas.

This role is a learning stage of integrated vegetation management techniques to coordinate forestry and right-of-way maintenance activities to ensure reliable operation of distribution/transmission lines within assigned areas and throughout the system. Conducts field inspections of forestry contractors, who maintain clearances between vegetation and electrical conductors, to ensure work is completed on schedule and according to company specifications. Conducts field observations and provides feedback to Forestry Supervisor and contractors. Investigates tree-related outages to determine root cause. Works with Supervisor-Electric Forestry to develop and implement action plans to prevent future outages. Monitors and evaluates performance of forestry contractors who perform unit bid mileage work, time and material tree and brush control work activities, as well as herbicide applications. Responds to and resolves customer inquiries and complaints. Reviews and approves contractor work documentation related to safety and billing, to ensure accuracy. Safely operates vehicles suitable for inspecting rights-of-way, both on-road and off-road.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

Ability and desire to learn utility forestry techniques and applications including:

- herbicide applications

- proper/ directional pruning

- contractor oversight

- work planning

- Tree and ornamental identification

- electrical infrastructure and design

Skills: effective verbal and written communication, good customer service, effective organizational and project management.

Ability to solve problems and make decisions independently.

Ability to set priorities

Education Requirements

- Pursuing a bacehlor's degree in Forest Resource Management, arboriculture, natural resources management, wildlife, agriculture or related

- Must have a minimum gpa of 2.5 or higher

- Must have a graduation date of spring 2027 and beyond

Test Description

No Testing Required

Export Control

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Other Information

We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits, click here dombenefits.com.

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.

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