entergyNew Orleans, LA
Supv, Vegetation Management
Supv, Vegetation Management
Supv, Vegetation Management
entergyNew Orleans, LA
yesterday
First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping WorkersPesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, VegetationLandscaping and Groundskeeping Workers
Apply for this role →JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSEResponsible for planning and execution of all vegetation related activities (including cycle maintenance, reactive, capital construction clearing, herbicide application, danger tree removal, skyline trimming and storm response) in Entergy. Responsible for Contract management of multiple vendors to safely execute all work programs and is the primary contact for all (internal & external) vegetation related inquiries. The Vegetation ROW maintenance programs are designed to minimize tree contact with distribution facilities that could result in damage to facilities and power outages.
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIESOversee Entergy staff (15) and multiple contractors/contract employees (632). Oversees and implements work plan for minimizing negative effectives of vegetation overgrowth. Ensures program requirements and execution meet system standards and regulatory requirements. Develops and manages the annual Jurisdictional vegetation maintenance budget. Works with Supply Chain to manage vegetation contracts and bidding process. Responsible for ensuring contractor personnel and equipment are available to safely complete all vegetation programs within time and financial commitments. Support and advocate latest VM technology to help Entergy become a premier utility. Leader in the organization through effective coordination and strong collaboration of activities with the line operations, design & field engineering and customer service teams to ensure service levels and accountability.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum education required of the position: Bachelor's degree in a related field (Forestry, Horticulturalist preferred) or equivalent work experience. Minimum experience required of the position: 5-7 years’ experience in utility arboriculture or related field. Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required of the position: Forestry discipline preferred; previous contractor management experience preferred. Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position: Licensed Arborist (strongly desired not required). LDAF Utility Arborist License preferred.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.
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Level
Senior
Location
New Orleans, LA
Occupation
First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers
Industry
Landscaping Services
Posted
yesterday