Vegetation Mgmnt & Wildfire Data Analyst

Texas-New Mexico Power Company; Texas City Terminal Junction (TX); On-site; USD 78,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company is seeking an Analyst for Vegetation Management & Wildfire Data in Texas City. This role involves data collection, statistical analysis, and report generation to support vegetation management initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of relevant experience, with proficiency in data visualization tools like Power BI, and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience in data-centric tasks.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis methods.

Responsibilities

• Create and oversee data collection related to operations.
• Generate reports and statistical analysis to support initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for project management.

Skills

Electronic communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Project management

Organization skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in mathematics or data science/statistics

Tools

Power BI

Python

SQL

Tableau

Microsoft Excel

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Analyst, Vegetation Management & Wildfire Data

Salary Grade: G06
Minimum Midpoint Maximum
$78,537- $106,024- $133,511

SUMMARY

Performs a variety of computer-based, data-centric tasks in support of achieving the vegetation management (VM) and/or wildfire mitigation program goals and objectives. Primary tasks will include data collection, consolidation, statistical analysis, report/data visualization output, and work order generation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Creates and oversees data collection efforts associated with day-to-day operations, including work productivity, customer requests, customer complaints, reliability metrics, and other key operational activities
• Consolidates data points such as facilitating easy access and cross-comparisons
• Generates statistical and other data related analysis of collected data to support and enhance VM/Outage Ignition Investigation (OII) activities
• Generates standardized and ad hoc reports utilizing Power BI or other data visualization tools. These reports should be flexible and tailored to meet various levels of professional needs, from field to executive levels
• Works with all levels of VM/OII staff in data and reporting needs
• Creates e-forms or other standardized data collection forms to support vegetation management and wildfire mitigation activities
• Works with line clearance contractor supervision to generate work orders, track completed work orders, and associated invoicing
• Collaborates with stakeholders to develop budgets and related reporting
• Develops and manages scope, budget, and milestones of assigned projects
• Assists with garnering approval of final project from appropriate leaders and stakeholders
• Coordinates, and manages stakeholder meetings, including issuing minutes and action items from these meetings
• Documents work processes and standard work instructions and continuously improve on them as part of daily work
• Performs benchmarking as a method to understand current performance and act upon results
• Prepares and presents benchmarking reports to appropriate stakeholders
• Assists with developing plans and roadmaps

COMPETENCIES:

• Electronic communication and strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders
• Ability to learn new computer software, learn quickly and recognize patterns
• Ability to work on long-term issues and projects
• Organization, time management, and planning skills with the ability to design, organize, prioritize, and schedule work assignments
• Ability to cross-train with peers, think and act independently and proactively, creatively and adapt to change
• Ability to develop creative solutions to complex problems
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies and maintain a positive and productive working relationship
• Demonstrated skill and ability with generally accepted project management methodologies and tools

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree from a university or college in mathematics, data science/statistics or equivalent and one to three years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS:
Experience with R, python, SQL, Power Bi, Tableau, or other visualization platforms preferred
COMPUTER SKILLS:
Proficient in Microsoft Office, with emphasis in Excel
ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:
Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to solve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Required to sit up to 1/3 of time and talk and listen for long periods of time. Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock. May be required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Office environment.

SAFETY AND ADA STATEMENT

Safety Statement:
Safety is a core value at TNMP and our vision, "everyone goes home safe", reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement:
If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at 505-241-4627.