Oncor Electric Delivery
Transmission Forester - Forester Specialist
Oncor Electric Delivery, Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102
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Transmission Forester - Forester Specialist
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Oncor Electric Delivery .
Salary Range:
$77,661 - $130,111
Relocation:
No
About Us
Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC, headquartered in Dallas, is a regulated electricity transmission and distribution company that uses superior asset management skills to provide reliable electricity delivery to consumers. Oncor (together with its subsidiaries) operates the largest transmission and distribution system in Texas, delivering power to nearly 4 million homes and businesses and operating more than 143,000 miles of transmission and distribution lines in Texas.
Summary This position will assist Vegetation Management (VM) in supporting the VM program. The Forester will train in and support various VM projects and programs related to customer experience, escalated issues, QA/QC, financial impacts, production, storm restoration, herbicide use, NERC compliance, and other identified responsibilities. Responsibilities include developing procedures and processes that relate to the VM organization.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
Support the VM Management Team in planning, organizing, and measuring efficiencies within Transmission & Distribution (T&D) programs including Planned/Reactive Maintenance and Customer Experience.
Ensure compliance with all State and Federal Regulatory VM requirements.
Provide continual quality assurance of special projects and maintain associated documentation for management, leadership, and regulatory review.
Contribute to contract management, including VM Bid process for T&D, assess workforce needs for the Notification Program and Rights-of-Way (ROW) maintenance program, measure contractor performance, and participate in monthly Contractor meetings.
Support VM Management Team in implementing policies and procedures to deliver safe vegetation management services in the field.
Promote best practices and recommend improvements in methods, techniques, and software used to fulfill VM tracking needs.
Advise and assist in resolving consumer vegetation management issues.
Oversee an environmentally safe herbicide program to provide economical control of ROW.
Assist in developing and implementing procedures for VM to provide timely response to system emergencies, restoration efforts, and major storm cleanup for Distribution and Transmission operations.
Support new processes and improvements that enhance visibility and accuracy of VM reporting.
Develop professional relationships with other utility companies, industry organizations, and contractors to stay abreast of current VM practices.
Represent the Company in a professional capacity on forestry related issues.
Possess strong verbal and written communication skills for presenting technical material to a wide audience.
Develop and present VM-related programs, annual training, and safety initiatives.
During severe weather events, request additional tree contractor and arborist resources to support restoration efforts as determined by VM Management.
Perform all essential aspects and functions of the job and any other specific job requirements.
Required Skills & Experience
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office with an emphasis on Access and Excel, Internet tools, e‑mail, and electronic invoicing tools.
GIS/GPS experience is a plus.
Strong organizational skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proven leadership through documented exceptional work performance.
Education and Experience
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
Bachelor Degree of Science in Forestry or related discipline is encouraged.
Certified or capable of obtaining International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist certification.
Licensed or capable of obtaining Texas Department of Agriculture Pesticide Applicator’s License.
Experience by Level
Forester
– 2-3 years of utility vegetation management experience is encouraged.
Forester Sr
– 3+ years of utility vegetation management experience; experience with Oncor VM programs is encouraged.
Forester Specialist
– 5+ years of utility vegetation management experience; 3 years of experience managing Oncor VM programs.
Measures of Success
Organization, Planning and Control: Effectively develop and monitor plans to achieve VM goals.
Communications: Communicate effectively in written and verbal formats with district and region management.
Leadership/Teamwork: Motivate employees and contract workforce as a team to achieve objectives.
Safety Consciousness: Maintain awareness of safety issues affecting employees and the public.
Problem Solving/Decision Making: Identify and address problems, evaluating situations and gathering facts to make informed decisions.
Job Knowledge and Expertise: Possess required expertise and continuously pursue professional development.
Benefits
Annual incentive program.
Competitive health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance).
Wellness incentives (up to $2,000 in 2025) and other wellbeing resources.
401k with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%.
401k match with student debt program.
Cash balance pension plan.
Adoption assistance.
Mental health resources.
Employee resource groups.
Tuition reimbursement.
Competitive vacation, 10 company holidays and 2 personal holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Salary continuation for up to 6 months for approved employee illness or injury.
Other perks such as commuter benefits, electric vehicle incentive program, appliance purchase plan.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Utilities
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Transmission Forester - Forester Specialist
role at
Oncor Electric Delivery .
Salary Range:
$77,661 - $130,111
Relocation:
No
About Us
Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC, headquartered in Dallas, is a regulated electricity transmission and distribution company that uses superior asset management skills to provide reliable electricity delivery to consumers. Oncor (together with its subsidiaries) operates the largest transmission and distribution system in Texas, delivering power to nearly 4 million homes and businesses and operating more than 143,000 miles of transmission and distribution lines in Texas.
Summary This position will assist Vegetation Management (VM) in supporting the VM program. The Forester will train in and support various VM projects and programs related to customer experience, escalated issues, QA/QC, financial impacts, production, storm restoration, herbicide use, NERC compliance, and other identified responsibilities. Responsibilities include developing procedures and processes that relate to the VM organization.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
Support the VM Management Team in planning, organizing, and measuring efficiencies within Transmission & Distribution (T&D) programs including Planned/Reactive Maintenance and Customer Experience.
Ensure compliance with all State and Federal Regulatory VM requirements.
Provide continual quality assurance of special projects and maintain associated documentation for management, leadership, and regulatory review.
Contribute to contract management, including VM Bid process for T&D, assess workforce needs for the Notification Program and Rights-of-Way (ROW) maintenance program, measure contractor performance, and participate in monthly Contractor meetings.
Support VM Management Team in implementing policies and procedures to deliver safe vegetation management services in the field.
Promote best practices and recommend improvements in methods, techniques, and software used to fulfill VM tracking needs.
Advise and assist in resolving consumer vegetation management issues.
Oversee an environmentally safe herbicide program to provide economical control of ROW.
Assist in developing and implementing procedures for VM to provide timely response to system emergencies, restoration efforts, and major storm cleanup for Distribution and Transmission operations.
Support new processes and improvements that enhance visibility and accuracy of VM reporting.
Develop professional relationships with other utility companies, industry organizations, and contractors to stay abreast of current VM practices.
Represent the Company in a professional capacity on forestry related issues.
Possess strong verbal and written communication skills for presenting technical material to a wide audience.
Develop and present VM-related programs, annual training, and safety initiatives.
During severe weather events, request additional tree contractor and arborist resources to support restoration efforts as determined by VM Management.
Perform all essential aspects and functions of the job and any other specific job requirements.
Required Skills & Experience
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office with an emphasis on Access and Excel, Internet tools, e‑mail, and electronic invoicing tools.
GIS/GPS experience is a plus.
Strong organizational skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proven leadership through documented exceptional work performance.
Education and Experience
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
Bachelor Degree of Science in Forestry or related discipline is encouraged.
Certified or capable of obtaining International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist certification.
Licensed or capable of obtaining Texas Department of Agriculture Pesticide Applicator’s License.
Experience by Level
Forester
– 2-3 years of utility vegetation management experience is encouraged.
Forester Sr
– 3+ years of utility vegetation management experience; experience with Oncor VM programs is encouraged.
Forester Specialist
– 5+ years of utility vegetation management experience; 3 years of experience managing Oncor VM programs.
Measures of Success
Organization, Planning and Control: Effectively develop and monitor plans to achieve VM goals.
Communications: Communicate effectively in written and verbal formats with district and region management.
Leadership/Teamwork: Motivate employees and contract workforce as a team to achieve objectives.
Safety Consciousness: Maintain awareness of safety issues affecting employees and the public.
Problem Solving/Decision Making: Identify and address problems, evaluating situations and gathering facts to make informed decisions.
Job Knowledge and Expertise: Possess required expertise and continuously pursue professional development.
Benefits
Annual incentive program.
Competitive health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance).
Wellness incentives (up to $2,000 in 2025) and other wellbeing resources.
401k with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%.
401k match with student debt program.
Cash balance pension plan.
Adoption assistance.
Mental health resources.
Employee resource groups.
Tuition reimbursement.
Competitive vacation, 10 company holidays and 2 personal holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Salary continuation for up to 6 months for approved employee illness or injury.
Other perks such as commuter benefits, electric vehicle incentive program, appliance purchase plan.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Utilities
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