Associate Forester

2 months ago

Portland, Oregon, United States Portland General Electric Company Full time

Summary

Are you fascinated by the beauty of nature and committed to preserving it while ensuring a reliable power supply for communities? Do you possess a deep understanding of trees, their growth patterns, and their potential interactions with power infrastructure? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you as a Utility Forester

At Portland General Electric, we believe in the harmonious coexistence of power infrastructure and the natural environment. We are a leading utility company dedicated to providing sustainable and reliable energy solutions to our customers while safeguarding the beauty and health of the trees that surround us. Our mission is to empower communities and businesses while nurturing the very essence of nature that sustains us.

Career Level Summary

Job Title/Code: Associate Forester/6277

Grade/Exemption: Grade A06/EX

Career Level: P2

Individuals at this level requires in-depth knowledge and experience. They use best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products or services. They solve complex problems, taking a new perspective using existing solutions. They work independently, receiving minimal guidance. They act as a resource for colleagues with less experience.

Key Responsibilities

Scoping:

Performs safety audits. Conducts scoping. Analyzes risks and prioritizes jobs according to urgency and location.

Scheduling:

Under direction, plans and organizes vegetation clearance activities. Schedules work assignments and contract crews based on manager priorities.

Vendor Management:

Reviews contract crew performance against PGE standards and specifications. Monitors crew productivity to ensure PGE is receiving benefits for vegetation clearance expenditures relative to statement of work. Adapts tree pruning practices as needed to optimize resource use.

Consultation:

Responds to routine and nonroutine questions from region engineering. Represents PGE's Forestry department to contractors impacted by/impacting company operations in accordance with established guidelines. Schedules meetings to explain and resolve problems. Works with PGE transmission forester to coordinate herbicide applications in assigned area.

Coordination:

Coordinates vegetation clearance with line restoration crews during emergency periods. Interfaces with regional line operations to determine maintenance and construction vegetation clearance needs. Coordinates vegetation clearance and selective herbicide applications with city, county and state agencies.

Compliance:

Ensures work meets all applicable standards, regulations and agreements. Reviews new standards, regulations and agreements and identifies potential impacts.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Certifications:

Education:

Requires a bachelor's degree in earth science, horticulture, geology, forestry, natural resources or similar field or equivalent experience.

Experience:

Typically two or more years in tree trimming, arborist work, nursery work or related field including vendor management and project management.

Certifications, Licenses and Training:

ISA Arborist Certification and ISA Utility Specialist credential preferred and required within six months of obtaining position. Oregon State Pesticide Consultant license preferred and required within six months of obtaining position. ISA TRAQ preferred.

Competencies

Functional Competencies:

  • Intermediate knowledge of forestry processes and procedures.
  • Thorough knowledge of forestry best practices, including tree trimming and herbicide/pesticide application
  • Thorough knowledge of regulations impacting vegetation management
  • Working knowledge of vendor management principles Intermediate skills in critical thinking, including analysis and problem solving
  • Working skills in using database and documentation tools

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