Regional Utility Forestry Work Planner

We are currently seeking Regional Utility Forestry Work Planners to join our team. This is a production-based contract so we are looking for energetic professionals who enjoy working outdoors and value the freedom of working independently.  If you enjoy a fast-paced environment and the challenges of a rewarding profession, consider a career in vegetation management with ECI.  Daily travel required and potential for overnight travel +/- 15% overnight throughout Pennsylvania.

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Inspect and document required work (pruning or removing vegetation) at customer properties
• Resolve customer concerns and complaints related to scheduled trimming/removals and/or completed trimming/removals in a timely fashion
• Record associated vegetation work for later trimming and removal by a tree crew on a tablet in the field using specialized software
• Operate system forestry computer programs and record systems
• Communicate regularly and effectively with project leadership, auditors, utility clients, contractors, landowners, and the general public
• Perform duties in a manner that will promote and maintain good public relations
• Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned

 Qualifications

• Must be able to read maps and identify tree species
• Must be able to identify required removal and trimming work in accordance with utility maintenance specifications
• Must be able to work alone, outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain
• Must have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, strong problem solving and multi-tasking abilities and show attention to detail
• Must be able to adapt to change
• Must have basic computer skills
• Familiarity with tree growth rates, tree response to injury, and hazardous tree conditions preferred
• Familiarity with vegetation removal, utility line clearance, and utility vegetation methods and equipment is preferred

Physical Demands & Working Environment

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employee must be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time.  Reasonable accommodations, if available, may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment

Work alone in an outdoor field environment; vehicle and foot patrol of utility power lines; remote locations as well as urban, city environment; physical demands and travel from site to site, including: walking/hiking on various surfaces including flat, dry, wet, slippery, uneven, rough, steep terrain, hills and slopes; exposure to noise, dust, grease, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions

Physical

Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a field environment; to walk, stand, sit, and operate a motor vehicle for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, run, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; carry, push and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight (5 to 10 lbs.); to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; ability to verbally communicate to exchange information with public; ability to see and hear in normal range with or without correction; operate assigned field equipment, including handheld computer, range finder, GPS, smart phone, and traffic cone.

Company Overview

Environmental Consultants (ECI) is a leading provider of vegetation and asset management consulting services to the utility industry. Successful professionals at ECI have come from a variety of backgrounds, including: forestry, arboriculture, natural resource management, biology, landscape maintenance, horticulture, nursery management, environmental sciences, geology, agriculture, parks & recreation management, urban forestry, geography, and more.  ECI offers exciting career opportunities with an excellent compensation package and ongoing growth potential.

Applicants must pass a pre-employment drug test and a criminal background check.

All candidates must possess a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.

ECI is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. EOE/AA : Minority/Female/ Vets/ Disabled.

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