["Vegetation Management Coordinator","Vegetation Management Coordinator"]

You are viewing a preview of this job. Log in or register to view more details about this job.Internal candidates apply through iConnect .About this position:The Vegetation Management Coordinator coordinates all vegetation management work on company property or utility right-of-ways including tree trimming, logging, weed spraying, new construction, and emergency storm damage. The Coordinator is responsible for managing contractors to perform vegetation management in accordance with company specifications and regulatory mandates.We offer great benefits:NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,600 amazing people and serve over 800,000 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunitiesPaid parental leavePaid training opportunitiesPaid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidaysBenefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.About this job:Manage contractors who notify customers prior to tree-trimming events on their propertiesInvestigate customer complaints; communicates and prepares reports to managementNegotiate between customers and contractors to resolve concernsEnsure that safety and reliability are priorities in the carrying out projectsCoordinate with operations, internal operators and crews, and external contractors and regulatory agencies to ensure that work is completed in accordance with company specs and regulatory mandatesStay current on regulatory issuesMaintain communication with government and regulatory agencies to plan and execute vegetation management projectsPrepare bid packages and request for proposals on cycle line clearance projects and other major vegetation mitigation workInspect, supervise, and schedule crews to assure maximum productivity. This includes inspecting and evaluating contractor performance, ensuring that cycle trimming is completed on schedule and within budget, revising the budget, scheduling notifiers and crews as part of work planning, keeping crew managers up to date, and directing contractors to the next taskCoordinate hot spotting for divisions including inspecting trimming orders, loading notifications to GPS to distribute to crews, and ensuring that orders are closed and completedCompile, enter, and analyze data using applicable softwareAssist in company bare ground and noxious weed control programs including operation and maintenance of herbicide spray equipmentRespond during major storm work and work long hours in inclement weatherInvestigate and report on accidents involving the public, contractors, or employeesEducate company or public groups on safety or vegetation management topicsAssist in preparing the Vegetation Management Department annual budgetProvide other basic general support for Central Maintenance programsTravel to jobsite, internal and external trainings, operations locations (up to 75% travel per year)Perform individual lifts and carried office supplies up to 35 poundsAll NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & EthicsEnsure self and others actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectivesAm I right for this job? Here's the success profile:Demonstrate and maintain a good safety recordHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredDegree Required: (Preferred, but not limited to, forestry, biology, or public relations)Three to five years of experience with Utility Arboriculture preferredCertified Arborist with a Utility Specialist option preferredCertified commercial herbicide applicator with State of Montana or ability to obtain within 3 months requiredMust be proficient in computer skills for a variety of applications relevant to the planning and work management requirements of the positionExcellent communication and customer service skillsPosting Dates: October 1, 2025 through October 15, 2025Department/Division: Distribution Operations Wildfire/Vegetation ManagementEmployment Physical: RequiredDrug Test: RequiredTelecommuting: Part-time Negotiable within NorthWestern Energy Service TerritoryWe are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at 1-800-245-6977 or at job.inquiries@northwestern.com .For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.