Utility ROW Pre-Planner & Field Coordinator

ISA Certified Arborist; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

PTO

Job summary

ISA Certified Arborist is seeking a Pre-Planner to identify and communicate with customers, crews and the public regarding vegetation clearance. The role involves inspecting lines, notifying property owners, and preparing work plans for utility vegetation crews within a specified territory.

The position requires reading maps, tree identification skills, and strong written and verbal communication. Travel may be required and PPE is used in the work zone; candidates should be comfortable outdoors

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in Vegetation Management.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Read and understand contract requirements.
• Knowledge of botanical and common names of trees and plants.
• Valid driver’s license with clean MVR.

Responsibilities

• Accurately identify dead and dying trees affected by drought and other environmental conditions.
• Inspect overhead power lines for proper vegetation clearance.
• Notify property owners of line clearance work to be performed.
• Perform pre-inspection in advance of tree-trimming work.
• Prepare concise and efficient work plans for client contracted utility vegetation crews within designated territory.
• Inspect and assess customer work requests for trimming or removals.
• Audit tree contractor’s work for compliance with client specifications and needs.
• Assess and inspect objectives contributing to clear rights-of-way for new line and pole construction.
• Assist in storm and emergency situations and other miscellaneous line clearance projects.
• Communicate daily with the client, contractors, landowners, and public.
• Perform duties in a manner that will promote and maintain good public relations.

Skills

Tree identification

Read maps

Strong written and verbal skills

Public relations

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Ability to work outdoors

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

ISA Certified Arborist is seeking a Pre-Planner to identify and communicate with customers, crews and the public regarding vegetation clearance. The role involves inspecting lines, notifying property owners, and preparing work plans for utility vegetation crews within a specified territory.

The position requires reading maps, tree identification skills, and strong written and verbal communication. Travel may be required and PPE is used in the work zone; candidates should be comfortable outdoors