Supervisor, Vegetation Management

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position.  Applicants who require immigration sponsorship—either now or in the future—should not apply.  This includes, but is not limited to, direct company sponsorship, listing Eversource as the employer of record on immigration documents, or any work authorization that requires company involvement or documentation (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, O-1, etc.).


Role and Scope of Position:
This position is responsible for overseeing the execution of the Company’s vegetation management programs. Supports development, evaluation and implementation of vegetation management methods that are aligned with and support federal, state and local regulations, as well as Eversource operations and safety practices. Establishes and maintains positive community relations with municipalities and individual customers by providing technical direction and management related to arboricultural and tree pruning programs.

Essential Functions: 

• Leads Company and contractor field crews responsible for the clearance of vegetation from electric distribution and transmission lines in conformance with federal and state regulations and Eversource operations and safety practices.
• Supports the development, evaluation and implementation of new methods for line clearance and vegetation management in compliance with applicable regulations and standards, as well as Eversource tactical and strategic objectives.
• Works closely with municipal representatives and individual customers involving Eversource vegetation programs and practices and acts as first level of Company response to issues and complaints relating to vegetation practices.
• Ensures vegetation management objectives are achieved through the development of project plans, providing clear direction to staff and closely managing resources.
• Monitors federal, state and local regulatory rules, regulations and requirements, and assesses their potential impact on vegetation management and apprises management as necessary.
• Supports the execution of the Company’s storm restoration plan and efforts through special vegetation management or electric operations assignments. 
• Reports activities and progress on work assignments to management.
• Identifies the need for and justifies hiring outside consultants and contractors.
• Assists with budget preparation, as well as the tracking, reporting and monitoring of department goals.
  
  
  
  
  

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill: 

• Requires in-depth working knowledge of arboricultural techniques and basic knowledge of electric transmission and distribution systems. 
• Requires extensive knowledge of federal, state and local vegetation management regulations and standards. 
  

• Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
  
  

Education:  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, related discipline or equivalent experience              
  
  

Experience:     

•  Minimum of five (5) to ten (10) years related experience in utility arboriculture          
  
  

Licenses & Certifications:  

• Requires a State Arborist Certification, International Society of Arboriculture license and Department of Agriculture Pesticide license
  
  
  
  
  

Working Conditions:

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
• Work is performed primarily in an office environment which requires sitting, standing and general movement throughout the office area. 
• Manages multiple projects in multiple locations at one time. 
• This will require visiting multiple locations on a frequent basis.
• Attends to problems in off-hours and for extended periods, if necessary.
  
  
  
  
  

Mental Aspects:

• Work involves calculating, comparing, technical writing, editing, planning, evaluating, interpreting, organizing, consulting, analyzing, designing, documenting, specifying, coordinating, implementing and presenting. 
• This role works in an environment that often requires the performance of multiple simultaneous activities, where deadlines need to be met and work is performed under pressure while involving significant business commitments and results.
  
  
  
  
  

Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is:
$120,420.00-$133,800.00

Worker Type:
Regular

Number of Openings:
1

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment.  This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location. 

EEO Statement:

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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