Field Technician: Vegetation & ROW Oversight

lumaenergy; Caguas (PR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

LUMA Energy is seeking a field vegetation management professional to oversee and support maintenance near power lines. You will verify work, perform quality audits, coordinate contractors, and assist during storm restoration to ensure safe, reliable service.

Responsibilities include assessing vegetation, developing prescriptions, documenting conditions, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. A valid driver’s license and 1–3 years of related experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Technical diploma or associate degree in Natural Resources, Environmental Sciences, Biology or Agronomy.
• High School diploma with 5+ years of experience in similar functions may substitute for education.
• 1–3 years of vegetation management or related field operations experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Travel up to 20% of time.

Responsibilities

• Conducts field assessment of vegetation near transmission and distribution circuits.
• Develops site-specific vegetation maintenance prescriptions for projects.
• Patrols rights-of-way, documents conditions, and recommends actions.
• Identifies and marks danger trees and hazards.
• Notifies property owners and negotiates access for maintenance work.
• Supports foremen and crews in clarifying prescribed work.
• Performs post-work quality inspections.
• Oversees contractor safety and inspections.
• Follows safety procedures for a secure, efficient work environment.
• Ensures compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Participates in storm restoration tasks and drills.

Skills

Independent field work

Customer communication

Field technology proficiency

Education

Technical diploma / associate degree in Natural Resources, Environmental Sciences, Biology or Agronomy

Job description

LUMA Energy is seeking a field vegetation management professional to oversee and support maintenance near power lines. You will verify work, perform quality audits, coordinate contractors, and assist during storm restoration to ensure safe, reliable service.

Responsibilities include assessing vegetation, developing prescriptions, documenting conditions, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. A valid driver’s license and 1–3 years of related experience are preferred.