Work Planner - Gas Line ROW/HVD

AMS is looking to add a Work Planner to our team! If you are an energetic professional who enjoys working outdoors, values the freedom of working independently, and thrives in a fast-paced environment, consider a career in vegetation management with AMS. Key traits include a desire to learn, adaptability, and a commitment to safe, constructive public interactions. You will advance a culture of safety and excellence while delivering quality and value to customers and clients.

Responsibilities

• Conducts safety audits.
• Inspects gas line rights-of-way (ROW) and easements for trim, removal, and chemical treatment requirements.
• Plans vegetation removals on gas line rights-of-way and HVD.
• Marks vegetation as required.
• Collects and reports data required by Line Clearing contractors.
• Notifies and communicates with customers as required.
• Travel requirements vary by work location and project needs; occasional day or overnight travel may be necessary.
• Drives a company vehicle safely to work locations.

Requirements

• Minimum thirty (30) semester credits or forty-five (45) quarter credits toward a degree from an accredited college/university OR 2-3 years of UVM experience without a degree.
• Species and hazard tree identification skills, knowledge of invasive species, and tree growth.
• Computer and communication skills.
• Knowledge of industry standards.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test and criminal background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• ISA or equivalent certification (preferred but not required).
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Working Environment

Work alone in an outdoor field environment; vehicle and foot patrol of utility power lines in remote, urban, or city settings. Physical demands include:

• Walking/hiking up to 10 miles daily on varied terrain (flat, dry, wet, slippery, uneven, rough, steep, hills, slopes).
• Exposure to noise, dust, grease, all weather/temperature conditions, and hazardous traffic.
• Prolonged standing, sitting, and driving; frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, running, crawling, climbing, reaching, and twisting.
• Repetitive hand, arm, and shoulder movements (e.g., forcefully beating down brush).
• Carrying, pushing, or pulling light to heavy weights; frequent lifting up to 10 lbs. and occasional lifting up to 60 lbs. (e.g., sandbags).
• Operating field equipment (handheld computer, range finder, fyrake, water backpack, shovel, traffic cones).
• Verbal communication with the public; normal vision and hearing (with or without correction).

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Benefits

• Day 1 of Employment: Medical, dental, vision, VOYA, paid holidays, EAP (Full-Time Employees).
• After 3 Months: 401K, life insurance, vacation accrual, short- and long-term disability, paid maternity leave.
• Paid sick time.
• Weekly pay cycle.
• Referral bonus program.
• Boot and clothing program (Full-Time Employees).
• Ongoing training and assistance with industry certifications.
• Company vehicle with a fuel card for work purposes.