Senior Utility Arborist

The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from $87,600 to $109,500

What We Offer

• *Competitive benefits and growth opportunities*
• *Generous performance‑based bonuses*
• *12% 401(k) match*
• *Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance*
• *Tuition reimbursement*
• *Professional development and clear career advancement pathways*

*For more information please visit:* *Benefits - Avangrid*

Scope of Work -

This position is responsible for managing the transmission and distribution vegetation management program. Manage internal/external customer requests. Facilitate the planning, scheduling, and implementing of pruning and removal activities (while working with the contractors and municipalities) to meet company and industry standard specifications in compliance with FERC, NERC FAC-003 and PURA. Additionally, this position requires participation on project teams for maintenance programs or capital improvements, where necessary, for reliability and/or infrastructure improvements. Assists operations with tree work necessary to secure proper tree to conductor clearances.

MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure compliance with all company safety rules and applicable laws and regulations for worker and public safety.
• Monitor progress of contractor activities and adherence to specifications and take appropriate action to meet objectives.
• Conduct field audits and document results of program including consent and ability to achieve the clearance specifications.
• Coordinate work assignments to meet Vegetation Management goals and internal and external customer expectations.
• Provide guidance and consultation to other business areas on vegetation management resource requirements.
• Conduct meetings with customers and public officials to educate and resolve customer inquiries.
• Provide support to company operations during storm and emergency events.
• Take action to remove vegetation conditions...