Environmental Planner jobs in Erie, PA

Description

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and self-directed Forestry Project Coordinator to effectively support, train, and lead our Foresters and Work Planners throughout the FirstEnergy Met Ed Service territory. We are looking for energetic professionals who enjoy working outdoors and value the freedom of working independently. If you enjoy a fast-paced environment and the challenges of a rewarding profession, consider a career in vegetation management with ECI.

Some of the most important characteristics of ECI Forestry Project Coordinator is that you are open-minded and able to engage in safe, constructive interactions with the public. You are accountable for advancing a culture of safety and excellence while providing quality and value to our customers and clients. Successful candidates come from varied educational backgrounds in fields such as an arboriculture, environmental science, ecology, forestry, natural resource management, and conservation biology or experience as an arborist, plant healthcare technician, herbicide applicator, groundman, foreman, or general foreman.

The pay range for this position is from $23.00 - $32.00 per hour, contingent upon relevant education, experience, and industry-specific certifications. This specified range is determined by the tier associated with the job posting. However, should the employee by classified under a different tier, the compensation may fall outside the stated range.

What We Offer

• Industry competitive pay.
• Company vehicle with fuel card to take to and from home & work.
• Medical/Health/Dental/Vision/AFLAC/Vacation Accrual/Paid Holidays/EAP eligibility on day one of employment (Full-Time Employees).
• 401K, life insurance, long-term disability eligibility first of the month after 3 months of service.
• Sick Time eligibility on day 90 of employment.
• Weekly pay checks and direct deposit.
• Participation in Employee Referral Program (must meet eligibility requirements).
• Boot and clothing program (company funded).
• Ongoing training and assistance with obtaining industry certifications.
  
  

What You Will Do

• Work closely with Account Manager and client supervision manage work planning efforts, estimate workloads, track planning progress, make hiring decisions, and train new work planners.
• Address any issues with work planners’ work, as well as executed work by tree vendor.
• Resolve refusal or difficult customer interactions.
• Ensure safety and technical specifications training is carried out within the ECI team and documentation recorded.
• Assist with pre-planning, planning, safety oversight, and QA when needed.
  
  

What You Need To Have

• Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to utilize and train on technology.
• Solid tree identification skills.
• Utility Specialist and PA Herbicide Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Strong working knowledge or practical experience in all aspects of integrated vegetation management in the utility field.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team of subordinates to exceed key process indicators.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Independent decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to represent ECI and its services in a professional and positive manner.
• Strong knowledge of & experience in common computer applications, with ability to learn new programs.
  
  

What Would Be Amazing To Have

• Associates degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, or related field.
• 1 year utility operations supervisory experience preferred.
• ISA Arborist Certification a plus.
• Prior GIS software/technology experience a plus.
• Bi-lingual speaking (English and Spanish) is a plus.
  
  

Work Environment

• Work with a team and alone; primarily in an outdoor field environment and/or low light conditions; foot patrol of energy corridors in the vicinity of power lines and/or pipelines; remote locations as well as urban, city environment; physical demands and travel from site to site, including: walking/hiking on various surfaces including flat, dry, wet, slippery, rocky, sandy, uneven, rough, unstable, steep terrain, hills and slopes, dense vegetation; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, and all types of weather extremes including snow, ice, fog, humidity, and low and high temperature conditions; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions, domestic and wild animals, insects, and poisonous plants. Other working conditions may include: in a vehicle or limited time in an indoor office.
  
  

Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work

• This is a full-time hourly, non-exempt position
• Must be willing to work overtime as required
• Must be willing to occasionally travel overnight as requested
  
  

Other Duties

• The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
  
  

EEO Statement

• ECI is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. EOE/AA: Minority/Female/ Vets/Disabled.
  
  

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package that provides a foundation of support for the health, safety, and security of you and your family. We are proud to extend a broad selection of benefits to meet your needs—and medical, dental, and vision benefits start on the first day of employment.

Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Individuals with a disability who desire reasonable accommodations should contact the ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 1339.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please Note

• All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.
• Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
  
  

Notice to Agencies: We only accept resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services if a Service Agreement has been signed and we have requested recruitment/staffing services for the specific position. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of the company, and no fees or compensation will be paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or staffing service.