Utility Arborist at Southern Company

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Integrated Vegetation Management, Quality Control Inspections, Contractor Management, Communication Skills, Emergency Response, ISA Certified Arborist, Herbicide Application License, Safety Focused, Conflict Resolution, Budgeting, GIS Applications, Plant Identification, Landscape Architecture, Horticulture, Forestry, Team Collaboration

Industry

Utilities

Description

Job Summary The position supports the integrated vegetation management activities at substations, fee simple, and generation facilities across the GPC service area. This job does not require an office location but frequent in-state day and overnight travel is necessary. The normal expected work week consists of 4, 10-hour days, Monday-Thursday. Storm response and business needs may require work outside regular hours and days. Partial relocation assistance may be available for this position. Job Duties Develop and implement an integrated vegetation management (IVM) plan for over 2,000 substations, fee simple, and generation sites across the assigned territory. Perform on-going quality control inspections of completed work as well as work in progress to ensure compliance with contract specifications. Manage contractor resource levels and the annual IVM budget to complete the scheduled and funded work plan. Manage and coordinate the daily work-plans of multiple contractor resources to ensure work practices are performed safely, productively, and within schedule. Establish and maintain relationships with various federal, state, municipal, and local government agencies and departments related to vegetation management. Represent Georgia Power to various organizations such as local tree boards, neighborhood associations, professional organizations, and industry committees. Effectively communicate vegetation maintenance objectives and practices to both internal and external customers. Act as the primary liaison for local property code violation matters and take appropriate measures to address and resolve claims. Comply with FAC-003-5 Transmission Vegetation Management other regulatory standards. Serve as the subject matter expert to design and review landscape plans. Coordinate with corporate security with trespassing and illegal dumping issues. Work outside normal business hours in support of emergency restoration efforts is expected. Job Requirements Education / Experience Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture, horticulture, forestry, or related field preferred. Must possess, or obtain within industry guidelines, ISA Certified Arborist certification. ISA Utility Specialist desired. Registered Landscape Architect credential a plus. Must possess, or obtain within industry guidelines, appropriate herbicide application license. Knowledge of distribution and transmission utility electrical systems desired. Familiarity with ANSI Z-133 and A-300 standards desired. Knowledge of FAC-003-5 Transmission Vegetation Management Standard Utility integrated vegetation management experience desired. Contractor management experience desired. Knowledgeable about the growth patterns and typical mature heights of ornamental and landscape plants. Competencies Demonstrate commitment to personal safety and the safety of your team. Must be able to meet schedules and critical deadlines. Ability to learn basic business skills such as budgeting and finance. Able to value and interact with people with different perspectives and backgrounds. Effective communication and conflict resolution skills are highly desired. Must be self-motivated and demonstrate ability to work without direct supervision. Ability to work with commonly used applications including Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel. Experience with mobile, GIS, and GPS applications is a plus. Ability to communicate in English and Spanish is a plus. Must be able to identify the species of landscape plants and local vegetation including their growth characteristics. Early start and extended work hours will be routine. Ability to perform emergency call-out response and storm restoration support is required. Behavioral Attributes Safety focused. Demonstrate Our Values: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance daily. Possesses a questioning attitude. Function independently while serving the needs of your team. This position has been identified as a role that will require the use of a Georgia Power fleet vehicle. The following will be required if you are selected for this position: Must have at least one year of verifiable driving experience (Must hold a valid driver’s license for the class vehicle to be operated. Driving permits are not typically considered a valid driver’s license). Must have no revocation of driving privileges within the 36 months prior to application, no convictions of major traffic violations (DUI, hit and run, reckless driving, etc.) within the 12 months prior to application, or any pending charges for a major traffic violation at the time of application. Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power). Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com. Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf. Additional and specific details about total compensation and beneﬁts will also be provided during the hiring process. Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law. Georgia Power

Responsibilities

The Utility Arborist will develop and implement an integrated vegetation management plan for over 2,000 sites and perform quality control inspections to ensure compliance with contract specifications. The role also involves managing contractor resources and establishing relationships with various government agencies related to vegetation management.