Supv, Vegetation Management

Entergy Corporation; Hammond (LA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Job summary

Entergy Corporation in Louisiana seeks a Supervisor, Vegetation Management to oversee vegetation programs, contract management, and vendor coordination to protect distribution assets.

You will lead Entergy staff and contractors, manage budgets, and drive VM technology while coordinating with field operations to maintain service reliability. This role involves travel and leadership across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Forestry, Horticulturalist, or related field.
• 5-7 years’ experience in utility arboriculture or related field.
• Forestry discipline preferred; contractor management experience preferred.
• Licensed Arborist strongly desired; LDAF Utility Arborist License preferred if available.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Entergy staff (15) and multiple contractors/contract employees (632).
• Develop and manage annual vegetation maintenance budget.
• Ensure program requirements meet system standards and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain on vegetation contracts and bidding processes.
• Ensure availability of contractor personnel and equipment to complete programs safely and on time.
• Promote VM technology to advance Entergy’s vegetation management program.

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

5-7 years utility arboriculture experience

LDAF Utility Arborist License preferred

Licensed Arborist strongly desired

Job description

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Location: Hammond, Louisiana, United States

Company: Entergy

Work Place Flexibility: Hybrid

Legal Entity: Entergy Services, LLC

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Responsible for planning and execution of all vegetation related activities (including cycle maintenance, reactive, capital construction clearing, herbicide application, danger tree removal, skyline trimming and storm response) in Entergy. Responsible for Contract management of multiple vendors to safely execute all work programs and is the primary contact for all (internal & external) vegetation related inquiries. The Vegetation ROW maintenance programs are designed to minimize tree contact with distribution facilities that could result in damage to facilities and power outages.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee Entergy staff (15) and multiple contractors/contract employees (632 ).
• Oversees and implements work plan for minimizing negative effectives of vegetation overgrowth.
• Ensures program requirements and execution meet system standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develops and manages the annual Jurisdictional vegetation maintenance budget.
• Works with Supply Chain to manage vegetation contracts and bidding process.
• Responsible for ensuring contractor personnel and equipment are available to safely complete all vegetation programs within time and financial commitments.
• Support and advocate latest VM technology to help Entergy become a premier utility.
• Leader in the organization through effective coordination and strong collaboration of activities with the line operations, design & field engineering and customer service teams to ensure service levels and accountability.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum education required of the position
Bachelor's degree in a related field (Forestry, Horticulturalist preferred) or equivalent work experience.

Minimum experience required of the position
5-7 years’ experience in utility arboriculture or related field.

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required of the position
Forestry discipline preferred; previous contractor management experience preferred.

Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position
Licensed Arborist (strongly desired not required). LDAF Utility Arborist License preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS
As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

Primary Location: Louisiana - HammondLouisiana : West Monroe || Louisiana : Hammond || Louisiana : Lake Charles || Louisiana : New Orleans
Job Function: Corporate
FLSA Status: Professional
Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered
Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT
Number of Openings: 1
PS Job Title: Supv, Vegetation Management
Travel Percentage: 25% to 50%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. or see statements below.

EEO Statement:The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Accessibility:Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf.If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please and provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request.

Additional Responsibilities:As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please [e-mail] to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.