Vegetation Foreman

PowerGrid Services; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

PowerGrid Services in Wisconsin is seeking a dependable ground worker to support right-of-way clearing near powerlines, perform wood and debris piling, and help maintain site conditions.

You will cut trees, operate chainsaws and brush saws, assist with equipment like skidder or chipper, and comply with safety standards while traveling to multiple locations and working outdoors in all weather.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must pass drug, alcohol, and background checks.
• Able to travel long distances on short notice.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Overtime and on-call for storm work.
• Must wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Cutting trees.
• Operating chainsaw & brush saw.
• Moving & chipping wood.
• Right of way clearing near powerlines.
• Wood, brush and debris piling and site cleanup.
• Possible equipment operation (skidder, excavator, skid steer, chipper etc.)
• Clean and maintain equipment as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Independent worker

Organization & time management

Professional integrity

Decision making

Data analysis

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chainsaw

Brush saw

Skidder

Excavator

Skid steer

Chipper

Job description

• Ability to handle Right of way clearing near powerlines.
• Wood, brush and debris piling and site cleanup.
• Clean and maintain equipment as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Cutting trees
• Operating chainsaw & brush saw
• Moving & chipping wood
• Ability to handle Right of way clearing near powerlines.
• Wood, brush and debris piling and site cleanup.
• Possible equipment operation (skidder, excavator, skid steer, chipper etc.)
• Clean and maintain equipment as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass drug, alcohol, and background checks.
• Must have good hand eye coordination.
• Must be able to repair tools and equipment as needed.
• Able and willing to travel long distances on short notice.
• Able and willing to work for extended periods in various locations.
• Able and willing to work in all types of weather environments including inclement weather.
• Able and willing to work overtime when required.
• Subject to be on call for storm work.
• Must be able to enter and exit vehicles numerous times per day.
• Must be able to wear PPE.
• Understanding of the utility industry and operations.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• High level of professionalism and integrity.
• Excellent leadership and management skills.
• Ability to make decisions.
• Ability to process and analyze data.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed outside in all types of weather environments.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, climb, stoop, stand, and lift for long periods of time.
• Substantial movements of the hands, wrists, and/or fingers.
• Must be able to work with hands above head for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to walk, climb, and work from various heights.
• Must be able to work in uneven and slippery conditions.
• Required to have close visual acuity to perform job duties.

PowerGrid Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)