Pre-Planner : South Bend, IN

Kendall Vegetation Services is hiring a Pre-Planner in South Bend, IN. The Pre-Planner is responsible for identifying and communicating with the customer, crew, and public regarding proper vegetation clearance. Previous professional experience is required to be considered for this role. Preferred candidates will be ISA certified.

Essential Functions: 

• Accurately identify dead and dying trees affected by drought and other environmental conditions.
• Inspect overhead power lines for proper vegetation clearance.
• Notify property owners of line clearance work to be performed.
• Perform pre-inspection in advance of tree-trimming work.
• Prepare concise and efficient work plans for client contracted utility vegetation crews within designated territory.
• Inspect and assess customer work requests for trimming or removals.
• Audit tree contractor’s work for compliance with client specifications and needs.
• Assess and inspect objectives contributing to clear rights-of-way for new line and pole construction.
• Assist in storm and emergency situations and other miscellaneous line clearance projects.
• Communicate daily with the client, contractors, landowners, and public.
• Perform duties in a manner that will promote and maintain good public relations.

Competencies:

• Knowledge of industry-related hiring criteria is a plus.

Work Environment:

• Must possess tree identification skills and the ability to read maps
• Must have exceptional written and verbal communication skills, strong problem-solving abilities,
• the ability to multi-task and an attention to detail
• Must be able to work alone, outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain
• Must have basic computer skills.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The Crew Leader enters and exits a vehicle numerous times per day. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when working with the work zone. The employee must be able to lift, move, and maneuver 30 pounds on average.

Required education and experience:

·        Two years’ experience in Vegetation Management.

·        High school diploma or equivalent.

·        Prior experience in electric utility vegetation management, construction, logging, landscaping, mechanical, or military industries preferred.

·        Ability to read and understand contract requirements.

·        Knowledge of botanical and common names of trees and plants.

·        Possess a valid driver’s license and clean MVR.

 

Position requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.

Work authorization requirements:

Must meet I-9 requirements.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement: Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, obligations, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

XKIG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws, including the ADA. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at 877-418-2999.

Benefits Offered:

This is a full-time position that offers health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental, as well as the option for enrollment in a 401K.

Paid Time Off (PTO)
Eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position with some roles gaining PTO immediately and others becoming eligible after a set period of employment. Details are provided during the hiring process and may vary for Union hires.

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