Distribution Forestry Coordinator (Assoc. to Mid) - Gloucester, VA

VetJobs; Gloucester (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dominion Energy is seeking a Forestry Coordinator to oversee right-of-way maintenance and ensure reliable distribution service across the assigned area. You will inspect forestry contractors, monitor schedules, and coordinate action plans with Forestry leadership.

This onsite role expects 0-2 years related experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and arboriculture knowledge. You may engage with customers, attend meetings, and pursue ISA Arborist certification as part of the role.

Qualifications

• 0-2+ years directly related experience;
• Knowledge of utility forestry and applications;
• Arboriculture and urban horticulture; dendrology knowledge;
• Effective written and verbal communications, good customer service, organizational and project management skills;
• Abilities: problem solving, quick decision-making, prioritization

Responsibilities

• Coordinate forestry and right-of-way maintenance for reliable distribution operation.
• Inspect and supervise forestry contractors and ensure schedules meet specifications.
• Provide feedback to supervisors and contractors; investigate outages; develop action plans.
• Schedule ROW clearing for new construction; monitor costs and contractor performance.
• Engage with customers and agencies; participate in safety activities and training.

Skills

Communications

Customer service

Organizational skills

Project management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is 'On-Site' at the location detailed in the job post.

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career.

Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.

At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.

Job Summary

With input and mentoring from Supervisor and Forestry Coordinators, this role coordinates forestry and right-of-way maintenance activities to ensure reliable operation of distribution lines within their assigned area 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 Distribution Forestry to develop and implement action plans to prevent future outages. Schedules and coordinates right-of-way clearing for new construction projects. Monitors operational costs and performance of forestry contractors who perform unit bid mileage work, time and material tree and brush control work activities, as well as herbicide applications. Makes recommendations for right of way improvements to Supervisor-Electric Distribution Forestry. Responds to customer inquiries and complaints and attends customer-initiated meetings (i.e. Home Owners Associations). Provides assistance to customers regarding electric distribution forestry matters and maintains contact with Local, State, and Federal agencies. Reviews contractor documentation related to safety and billing to ensure accuracy, and approves billing documents. Safely operates vehicles suitable for inspecting rights of way, both on-road and off-road. Facilitates an intradepartmental weekly safety call, as requested by supervisor. Responds to service restoration activities as needed. Works toward successful completion of the Dominion Forestry Training Program, Virginia or North Carolina Herbicide Applicator's License and the International Society of Arboriculture Arborist certification.

Auto req ID

481292BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

The knowledge, skills, abilities and experience required for entry into this job include the following:

• 0-2+ years directly related experience;
• Knowledge of utility forestry and applications;
• Job specific knowledge of arboriculture and urban horticulture, and dendrology;
• Skills: effective written and verbal communications, good customer service, effective organizational and project management skills;
• Abilities: problem solving and making decisions quickly, and setting priorities

Education Requirements

Education Level: Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:

Bachelor

Preferres Disciplines: Biology, Environmental Science, Forestry

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Expected to pursue and acquire International Society of Arboriculture Arborist Certification and Virginia or North Carolina Herbicide Applicator's License (both following one year work experience).

Working Conditions

• Cold 76-100%
• Heat 76-100%
• Loud Noise 76-100%
• Outdoors 76-100%
• Travel Up to 25%
• Energized Wires 76-100%
• Office Work Environment Up to 25%

City*

Gloucester

State*

Virginia

Job_Category

Coordinator

Job Code

Operations_ Specialist

Affiliate Sponsor

Dominion Energy