Senior Arborist - Electric Utility Vegetation Lead

NextEra Energy; Melbourne (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

NextEra Energy Resources is seeking a Sr. Arborist to join our Central Maintenance team in West Palm Beach or Melbourne, FL. The role focuses on regulatory compliance, vegetation management, and coordinating line clearance activities for our regulated utility assets.

The position emphasizes safety, collaboration with field crews and government officials, and overseeing budget and operations to support reliable energy delivery.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of arborist experience.
• Valid driver's license (non-CDL).
• ISA Certified Arborist.

Responsibilities

• Audit inspections to ensure federal and state regulatory compliance and oversee line clearing activities for regulated assets.
• Coordinate with Distribution Control Center and electrical repair crews for safe grounding, line clearing and restoration efforts.
• Engage with elected officials and government leadership to advocate for legislation and programs supporting tree planting away from power lines.
• Oversee day-to-day operations for a large workforce, including budget approvals and process compliance.
• Resolve customer complaints and inquiries promptly and support legal requests.
• Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure proper clearances and vegetation techniques during pre-construction activities.

Skills

ISA Certified Arborist

Valid Driver's License

Education

High School Grad / GED

Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience

Job description

NextEra Energy Resources is seeking a Sr. Arborist to join our Central Maintenance team in West Palm Beach or Melbourne, FL. The role focuses on regulatory compliance, vegetation management, and coordinating line clearance activities for our regulated utility assets.

The position emphasizes safety, collaboration with field crews and government officials, and overseeing budget and operations to support reliable energy delivery.