Vegetation Management Specialist

Tennessee Valley Public Power Association, Inc.; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and ROTH 401(k)

Accrued paid time off for vacation and

Twelve paid holidays each year

Employee pension program

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Mental health/well-being programs

Discounts from companies like United</

Financial and retirement planning

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Tennessee Valley Public Power Association, Inc. is seeking an ideal team player to direct the operations of the vegetation management program for the area(s) assigned, coordinating the work of multiple vegetation management contractors and ensuring high quality service to members.

The role requires a four-year degree, GIS and Microsoft Office proficiency, excellent communication, and the ability to work with outside vendors while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism; certification

Qualifications

• Must become state certified in herbicide application within two years.
• Must become ISA Certified Arborist within two years.
• Must become ISA Certified Utility Arborist within three years.
• Three years related experience in GIS, vegetation, or forestry preferred.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism with vendors and contractors.
• Ability to deal with angry or frustrated members.
• Four-year degree from an accredited college.

Responsibilities

• Proactively directing the operations of the vegetation management program for area(s) assigned and coordinating the work of multiple vegetation management contractors.
• Performing all member service functions to assure prompt, courteous and efficient handling of requests, resulting in quality service for members and contractors on vegetation management issues.

Skills

Ideal team player

GIS proficiency

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Customer service

Confidentiality

Education

Four‑year college degree

ISA Certified Arborist

ISA Certified Utility Arborist

Tools

GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

MTE has a culture focused on exemplifying a group of ideal team players; individuals who are humble, hungry, and people smart. At MTE, we believe teammates who put the needs of others before oneself, seek innovative solutions to problems and challenges, and understand how our words and actions impact our teammates and our members, help MTE achieve our purpose of serving together to make life better for our members.

Above all skills, aptitudes, and job experiences, being an ideal team player is the most vital attribute someone must bring to our organization.

If you are an ideal team player and meet the qualifications outlined in the job description, we welcome your application!

Job Summary

• Proactively directing the operations of the vegetation management program for area(s) assigned and coordinating the work of multiple vegetation management contractors.
• Performing all member service functions to assure prompt, courteous and efficient handling of requests, resulting in quality service for members and contractors on vegetation management issues.

Job Requirements

• Encompass the three virtues of the Ideal Team Player (Humble, Hungry & People Smart).
• Four-year degree from an accredited college.
• Three (3) years related experience in GIS, vegetation, or forestry preferred.
• Must become state certified in herbicide application and become an ISA certified arborist within two (2) years of assuming responsibilities.
• Must become an ISA certified utility arborist within three (3) years of assuming responsibilities.
• Proficiency using GIS and Microsoft Office programs.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in department functions, including interactions with outside vendors and contractors.
• Ability to deal with angry or frustrated members.

Benefits Package

• 401(k) and ROTH 401(k)
• Accrued paid time off for vacation and sick leave
• Twelve paid holidays each year
• Employee pension program
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Mental health/well-being programs
• Discounts from companies like United Communications, Verizon and Nissan
• Financial and retirement planning services
• Tuition reimbursement

Classification: Exempt

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, veteran status, or other legally protected status.