Field Oversight, Vegetation Management (Hybrid)

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position.  Applicants who require immigration sponsorship—either now or in the future—should not apply.  This includes, but is not limited to, direct company sponsorship, listing Eversource as the employer of record on immigration documents, or any work authorization that requires company involvement or documentation (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, O-1, etc.).

Role and Scope of Position:
Coordinates the implementation of transmission or distribution vegetation management in cooperation with Eversource Arborists and other appropriate parties. Provides work direction to contractors performing vegetation management and ensures customer service, reliability and acts as the Company’s primary contact for vegetation management in the field while work is being performed. The role is integral for the compliance of regulatory requirements including vegetation control and inspections, the reliable operation of our electrical system and the oversight and safety of the contractors performing the work. The position will be assigned a distinct geographic area and/or area work center(s)

Essential Functions: 

• Identification of risk trees and entry into GIS based work management system as part of the risk tree removal program. Oversees permission process to be completed by AWC contractor(s).

• Oversees the field performance of vegetation maintenance work; reviews customer tickets, provides updates to customers and closes tickets out in Work Studio and/or ESRI.

• Tree related outage investigations to determine and document exact cause and determine if any follow up work is required.

• Oversees and inspects quality of risk tree removals on the system to ensure contract specifications and customer expectations are met.

• Employee must be available when required for emergency restoration events on the entire Eversource System.

Distribution

• Provide technical expertise to Eversource DVM and meets with property owners regarding the scopes of work and methods for completion as part of annual program work.

• After initial quality control inspections have been completed by the ES arborist and specification deficiencies have been sent to the contractor, will work with contractor to ensure that all deficiencies are completed and signed off on as appropriate.

• Participate in monthly safety meetings

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Education:      

• Associate’s degree in Forestry or Arboriculture, related discipline or equivalent experience

Experience:      

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in utility forestry/arboriculture or equivalent experience in related disciplines

Licenses & Certifications:  

• Valid motor vehicle operator's license, required.

Working Conditions:

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.

• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

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Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is:

$69,490.00-$77,210.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

6

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment.  This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location. 

EEO Statement:

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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