Internal Recruitment Only** Line Clearance Tree Trimming Foreman

This is an Internal Recruitment. Only current Central Lincoln PUD employees who are qualified on Central Lincoln's Joint Qualification Committee roster are eligible to apply.

JOB SUMMARY

Your job in the department is to . . .

Perform as working crew leader, direct and assist in performing utility line clearance work. Primary responsibilities include trimming trees, clearing brush, maintaining the right of way and providing general maintenance of Central Lincoln facilities near power lines.

Your job also involves . . .

Being responsible for job planning, work methods, work site safety, equipment application, adherence to construction standards and job reporting

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education Level

1 - High School Diploma / GED

Specifics: Requires completion of an approved Tree Trimming Apprenticeship.

Minimum Experience Level

5 Years

Specifics: 5 Years’ experience as a journeyman tree trimmer AND 2 years’ experience in clearing and trimming around and near primary voltage energized electrical lines.

Substitution Note: Any combination of education, experience and training which demonstrates the ability to perform the required job functions may be qualifying.

Certifications

Certification(s) required

Specifics: First Aid/CPR

Driver’s License

CDL License required

Specifics: Oregon Class A CDL Required.

Other Licenses

Other License required (list below)

Specifics: Oregon Public Pesticide Applicator License with Right of Way Category.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Tasks listed are intended to be descriptive and not restrictive. An employee in this classification may perform any of the tasks listed; however, these examples do not include all the tasks which an employee may be expected to perform and may change as determined by the needs of the company.

The essential functions of this position require prioritizing and completing all assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner, adjusting for changing priorities and availability of resources, and demonstrating initiative in identifying additional job-related tasks to be completed when time permits. The amount of time performing each function may vary day-to-day. All duties shall be performed in an efficient and professional manner in accordance with applicable labor agreements and Central Lincoln’s Safety Manual and under the direct supervision of a designated supervisor.

JOB FUNCTIONS Trimming and pruning trees, clearing brush and vegetation, maintaining the right of way and performing general maintenance of Central Lincoln facilities, often around and near energized electrical lines.

Operating equipment and tools used in tree trimming work.

Direct the Work of Tree Trimming Crew:

- Assign, prioritize and direct the work of crews or individuals.

- Track work; get information and materials to complete.

- Schedule and coordinate work with other employees; people from other utilities or trade associations; contractors; customers and the general public.

- Provide technical direction and training, evaluate work and provide feedback to employees.

- Make changes as required to maximize overall efficiency.

- Work with supervisor to determine job priorities and efficiently allocate resources within the section.

- Perform incident analysis and reports. Review time sheets for accuracy for section employees.

Research, evaluate, justify and explain the benefits and alternatives of doing a job, buying equipment, providing training, adding personnel, etc.

Miscellaneous:

- Attend crew tailboard meetings with crews and other Central Lincoln meetings as requested.

- Participate and provide input at safety and section meetings.

- Provide input to the Supervisor for hiring, promotion sections and employee reviews.

Responsibly balance business needs, customer needs and the impact on other departments when making decisions or recommendations, and actively demonstrate accountability for achieving desired outcomes and measurable results.

Complete timecards, reports, data tickets, logs, job-related forms, and other similar paperwork accurately, completely, timely, and in the format prescribed and explained by Human Resources or supervisors.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND/OR ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The required knowledge, skills and/or abilities are listed below:

Knowledge of:

- Pertinent federal, state, and local laws regulations and safe work practices.

Electric utility materials, equipment and supplies.

Skill or ability to:

- Assess jobs, effectively plan, prioritize, schedule, organize, track, document, report and evaluate work and job performance.

- Model leadership behaviors that promote open communication, teamwork and accountability. Provide a positive environment for fellow employees and to support and coach staff to ensure a productive and efficient team environment.

- Use power tools, hand tools, chain saws, hydraulic tree trimming saws, rakes and aerial man lifts, trucks, chippers, and hot sticks.

- Perform work-related tasks in trees up to 200 feet or more in height.

- Climb trees with or without spurs and able to pull body weight 45 feet up tree.

- Push or pull tree limbs, often while bent over in a tree for up to 5 minutes at a time, 4 or more times a day.

- Perform an aerial rescue in emergency situations.

- Properly use safety equipment.

- Speak loudly and clearly enough to be accurately understood when on the ground speaking to a co-worker in the top of a 45-foot tree, despite heavy background noise from traffic, construction equipment or wind, and when visual signals cannot be used.

- Speak clearly, communicating by two-way radio.

- Convey information, ideas, and facts both orally and in writing to supervisors, colleagues, and individuals, inside and outside the county, using language and a format the audience will best understand.

- Utilize computers and other technology to communicate in written and verbal forms (e.g., word processing, texts, emails, spreadsheets, department-specific software).

- Effectively relate well with others, including supervisors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the county. Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and working to maintain constructive working relationships.

- Take personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work. Show up to work on time, and follows instructions, policies, and procedures. Meet productivity standards, deadlines, and work schedules.

- Demonstrate strong technical, troubleshooting, problem solving, researching, and analytical skills necessary to review, analyze and assess job-related data and information to perform duties, work through unexpected performance challenges, and to offer input for process improvement. Utilize strong organizational skills necessary for creating and maintaining accurate documentation and/or Central Lincoln records.

- Complete a high volume of detail-oriented work methodically, accurately, and timely in a fast-paced, stressful work environment while working independently and/or with limited direction. Prioritize and complete all assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner, adjusting for distractions, interruptions, and changing priorities, deadlines, and availability of resources. Demonstrate initiative in identifying additional job-related tasks to be completed when time permits to assist other team members.

- Seek out and approach training opportunities with active engagement and curiosity, while learning and exhibiting understanding of Central Lincoln policies, protocols, and performance expectations. Demonstrate initiative to incorporate and implement learning principles from informal and formal training, as well as feedback from leaders and co-workers. Actively pursue professional development opportunities to add value to Central Lincoln including learning, adopting, and quickly adapting to new techniques and technologies used in the changing utility industry.

- Perform duties well while actively demonstrating an appropriate level of accountability and responsibility for both work product results and the impact behaviors and decisions may have on the ability of others to do their jobs well. Work cooperatively in a team environment, while consistently demonstrating collaborative, respectful and productive work habits.

- Receive, interpret, and implement job-related instruction, guidance, coaching, and training (both formal and informal) while progressively improving skills and overall success in performing assigned duties. When issues of poor performance of negative behaviors are raised, incorporate feedback in a constructive manner that demonstrates understanding of the concern and an ability and willingness to demonstrate the required consistent and sustained improvement.

- Exhibit strong conflict resolution skills and demonstrated competency to work with a diverse population of customers, contractors, vendors, and co-workers of all ages. Treat others equally with respect and dignity, even if you disagree with their point of view and/or if you are frustrated, angry or disappointed with their work output or comments.

- Work independently and/or with limited direction at a self-directed pace sufficient to ensure work is completed timely and efficiently. Exercise initiative and resourcefulness to accomplish assignments efficiently and ask questions on complex issues or when in doubt. Problems are easily defined and solved according to policies and procedures, and order or priority of tasks can be modified within parameters set by supervisor.

- Exhibit strong leadership behaviors that promote open communication, teamwork, productivity, and accountability with integrity. Lead individuals to perform successfully as a team, adapt to rapidly changing and evolving environments, and achieve successful outcomes while balancing competing interests and priorities.

- Exhibit strong interpersonal communication skills that promote open communication, teamwork, collegial working relationships, productivity, and accountability with integrity. Exercise tack, courtesy, and diplomacy while fostering a safe workplace that always promotes employee health and well-being. Demonstrate ability and competency to communicate clearly and concisely in both individual and group presentation settings.