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Forestry Journeyman-EnerStar

WabashValleyPowerAllianceParis, IL

💰 $48,000 – $68,000/yrFull-timelandscaping and yard workmaintenance and facilitiestransportation and cdl

Quick Summary

Forestry Journeyman leads vegetation management and right-of-way clearing efforts for electric power lines using specialized equipment and tree trimming techniques.

Skills & Keywords

tree trimmingvegetation managementchain saw operationherbicide application

Additional Information

Position Purpose/Summary

The Forestry Journeyman assists in leading the cooperative’s efforts in the clearing of right-of-way of electric power lines to minimize storm and short-circuit hazards by performing these essential duties.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to perform the essential functions of the job.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Supports the execution of an annual vegetation management plan for the cooperative.
Supervises the work of other forestry team members, in the absence of the Forestry Foreman and Assistant Forestry Foreman.
Assists to ensure that each forestry team member is equipped with the training and PPE required to perform the tasks assigned to them.
Performs vegetation management practices including, but not limited to, spraying, tree trimming, brush cutting, chipping, and debris clean up.
Operates power-driven machinery such as chain saw, hydraulic pruning equipment, gasoline-powered hedge trimmer, stump grinder, chipper, chemical sprayer, mower/bush hog, and/or similar equipment.
Applies knowledge of modern tree trimming and tree surgery techniques, as well as vegetation management hazards and safe work practices.
Prunes trees to eliminate hazards and to preserve tree health.
Applies herbicides in accordance with applicable rules/statutes, as required.
May be required to drive equipment requiring a Class A CDL license.
Demonstrates proper care/maintenance of specialized tools and equipment.
Communicates effectively with members regarding the value of EnerStar’s vegetation management practices on an as-needed basis
Offers recommendations that have the potential to improve safety, efficiency, or best work practices related to vegetation management.
Must be willing to participate in safety meeting and take part in continued education on and off-stie which may require overnight stays.