Title: Line Clearance Arborist Lead 
Company: Tampa Electric Company 
State and City: Florida - Tampa
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

POSITION CONCEPT
Responsible for providing strong leadership to ensure safe, efficient and cost effective methods are in place for all line clearance activities associated with the construction and maintenance of Tampa Electric Company’s (TEC) transmission and distribution systems.  Also responsible for driving change and promoting continuity of line clearance oversight across the services areas. This includes responsibility for line clearance contracted personnel, assigned budgets, equipment, and implementation of proper line clearance methodology. Responsibilities may also include the daily coordination of clearing for new construction, transmission and distribution maintenance activities and the transmission mowing and herbicide application programs.   

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 
1.    Perform Line Clearance Arborist duties (30%)
2.    Act as the Line Clearance subject matter expert for FERC/NERC/FRCC and Florida Public Service Commission (FPSC) matters, including preparation on Transmission Vegetation Management Plan (TVMP) and Annual Storm Hardening Report and related audit requirements. (10%)
3.    Act as the departmental expert on key industry trends related to, but not limited to, information technology, advances in equipment, and resource allocation methodologies.  Independently perform data analysis of departmental metrics, maintain work specifications and compare with peers within industry. (10%)
4.    Independently manage large projects and road widenings to include contract and scope development, price negotiation and contractor field management. Possess ability to coordinate activities related to right-of-way maintenance beyond line clearance such as road construction, drainage and site preparation. (10%)
5.    Make recommendations to management on key issues related to Line Clearance such as governmental and community relations, proper application of industry standards, and budgeting. Establish productive relationships with key local stakeholders and constituents such as local governmental agencies and public interest groups. Assist with Land Use Committee requests and resolutions, lead efforts towards industry recognition such as the Tree Line USA award. (20%)
6.    Serve as mentor to Line Clearance Arborists regarding daily crew work, contractor resource allocation, performance standards, callout response, etc. (10%)
7.    Participate in mutual assistance storm trips as needed, back-up the Line Clearance Manager in his/her absence and miscellaneous duties as assigned.  10%

SUPERVISION
Indirect Supervision:    Oversight of line clearance contracted employees, including quality, safety, and productivity and serve as the liaison between TEC and contractors to assist in the resolution of daily concerns. Line Clearance Arborists and the Transmission Field Specialist

RELATIONSHIPS
Key Internal:    Interacts with all levels of employees in Energy Delivery (including Planning & Scheduling, System Service, Distribution & Transmission Engineering, Project Management, Joint Use, Lighting, and others).  Interactions with departments external to ED include Community Relations, Customer Service, Regulatory, Real Estate, Contracts, Environmental and Telecommunications.
Key External:    Customers and representatives from local government and municipalities for the purposes of work completion.  Interact and manage all levels of contract personnel, vendors and others.  

Qualifications
Education
Required:    High School Diploma or GED
Preferred:    Bachelor of Science Degree in Forestry, Horticulture or related field from an accredited university is preferred. 

Certification/Licenses
Required:    International Society of Arboriculture (“ISA”) Arborist or Utility Specialist certification is required or must be obtained within one year of starting the position  
Preferred:     State of Florida ROW herbicide applicator license

Experience
Required:    Minimum of 3 years of related experience performing the duties and responsibilities of a Line Clearance Arborist, or equivalent role consisting of overseeing line clearance contractors, independently managing large projects and working within FAC-003 and FPSC guidelines  

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Required:    Must demonstrate strong departmental leadership, teamwork and negotiation skills.  Must be proficient in large project management, contracting scope development and contractor management. Expertise in NERC/FERC/FRCC compliance to FAC-003 and compliance with the Public Service Commission’s Annual Storm Hardening Plan as well as city, county, and state regulations. Requires high work standards and stress tolerance in good planning, organizing, oral & written communication, and teamwork skills; the ability to accept, manage, communicate, and facilitate change in the workplace. This position requires the ability to make successful decisions in high stress situations. 

TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!

Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off* Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage  *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more!

STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS....Please make sure to read below!!!  Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.

TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.

TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

ADA policy
It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.

Application accommodations
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.

Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.