At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.<h1></h1><h1></h1><h1>Forester</h1><h3></h3><h3>Job Function</h3>Vegetation Management Manages vegetation in proximity to electrical facilities to promote resiliency of transmission services.<h3></h3><h3>Key Job Information</h3><ul><li>Job Title: Forester</li><li>Job Code: 6275</li><li>Grade: 7</li><li>Career Level: P3 – Career Professional</li></ul><h3></h3><h3>Career Level Summary</h3>Requires in-depth knowledge and experience. Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products or services. Solves complex problems and takes a new perspective using existing solutions. Works independently with minimal guidance and acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.<h3></h3><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3>Scoping<ul><li>Performs safety audits</li><li>Conducts job scoping</li><li>Analyzes risks and prioritizes jobs based on urgency and location</li></ul>Scheduling<ul><li>Plans, organizes, and oversees vegetation clearance activities</li><li>Prioritizes work in alignment with department strategy</li><li>Schedules contract crews</li></ul>Vendor Management<ul><li>Ensures contract crew performance meets PGE standards and specifications</li><li>Monitors crew productivity to ensure value relative to the statement of work</li><li>Reviews and corrects tree pruning practices to ensure compliance with vegetation clearance policy</li></ul>Consultation<ul><li>Advises regional engineering on vegetation clearance needs and issues for capital projects</li><li>Represents the Forestry Department to contractors impacting or impacted by company operations</li><li>Serves as a subject matter expert on projects</li><li>Proactively analyzes issues and resolves complex problems in collaboration with stakeholders</li><li>Coordinates herbicide applications with PGE transmission foresters</li></ul>Coordination<ul><li>Coordinates vegetation clearance with line restoration crews during emergency periods</li><li>Collaborates with regional line operations on maintenance and construction clearance needs</li><li>Coordinates vegetation clearance and selective herbicide applications with city, county, and state agencies</li></ul>Compliance<ul><li>Reviews new standards, regulations, and agreements</li><li>Analyzes work processes to ensure compliance</li><li>Adapts work direction to meet changing standards</li></ul><h3></h3><h3>Education, Experience, and Certifications</h3>Education<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in earth science, horticulture, geology, forestry, natural resources, or a related field</li><li>Equivalent experience may be considered</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>Typically five or more years of experience in tree trimming, arborist work, nursery work, or related fields</li><li>Experience must include vendor management and project management</li></ul>Certifications, Licenses, and Training<ul><li>ISA Arborist Certification required at hire</li><li>ISA Certified Utility Arborist and Oregon Pesticide Consultant certifications required within six months of hire</li></ul><h3></h3><h3>Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)</h3>Functional Competencies<ul><li>Expert knowledge of forestry processes and procedures</li><li>Thorough knowledge of forestry best practices, including tree trimming and herbicide/pesticide application</li><li>Thorough understanding of regulations impacting vegetation management</li><li>Strong knowledge of vendor management principles</li><li>Intermediate critical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Working knowledge of database and documentation tools</li></ul>General Competencies<ul><li>Intermediate decision-making skills</li><li>Intermediate interpersonal skills</li><li>Intermediate written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Intermediate presentation skills</li><li>Intermediate organizational awareness</li></ul><h3></h3><h3>Physical and Cognitive Demands</h3>Cognitive LevelSubstantial — consistent use of logic or scientific thinking to define problems, collect information, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.Cognitive Abilities<ul><li>Meet response times, deadlines, and time-sensitive tasks</li><li>Maintain accuracy standards</li><li>Follow through on decisions</li><li>Collaborate effectively within a team environment</li><li>Communicate and problem-solve under stress</li><li>Adapt to frequent change</li><li>Demonstrate self-awareness and accept constructive feedback</li><li>Apply lessons learned to similar future tasks</li><li>Maintain sound memory and process new information consistently</li></ul><h3></h3><h3>Schedule and Attendance</h3><ul><li>Ability to work long hours (typically for exempt positions; overtime applies for non-exempt)</li><li>Ability to work during severe inclement weather</li><li>Ability to meet regular, reliable, and predictable full-time attendance standards</li><li>Ability to work assigned shift schedules</li></ul>Physical Capabilities<ul><li>Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Frequently (at least once a week or more)</li><li>Driving/travel/commute: Overnight inside/outside the service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)</li><li>Lifting/pushing/pulling: More than 50 lbs.</li><li>Carrying: More than 50 lbs.</li><li>Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e., moving equipment, boats) (check all that apply):<ul><li>Elevated areas (i.e., catwalks, roofs and high buildings)</li><li>Confined spaces</li><li>Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces)</li><li>Stairs (over 10 steps)</li><li>Ladders (over 10 rungs)</li></ul></li></ul>Environment - Indoor/Outdoor (check all that apply):<ul><li>Office</li><li>Field</li></ul> Compensation Range:$89,175.00 - $148,625.00Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. While we anticipate the selected candidate for this position will fall towards the middle or entry point of the compensation range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis.PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click <a href="https://portlandgeneral.com/hrcs5511">here</a>.Join us today and power your potential!Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.PGE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel connected, valued, and empowered to thrive. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Recruiter associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting <a href="mailto:talentacquisition@pgn.com">talentacquisition@pgn.com</a> or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process. To be considered for this position, please complete the following employment application by the posting close date.  Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed, job is open until filled.

For generations, we&rsquo;ve been powering lives and we are committed to representing social, economic, and environmental progress. Energy is essential to everyday life and when disaster strikes, we&rsquo;re proud to spring into action to support our community. Whether it&rsquo;s powering our customers&rsquo; lives, fighting climate change, or responding in times of crisis, the stakes are high, but the work is incredibly rewarding. We&rsquo;re up for the challenge &ndash; are you? Not only are we dedicated to adapting to change, but we also create the positive progress we want to see in our communities. Our world and our industry are faced with new and exciting challenges driven by evolving technology, changing customer expectations and a shared desire for a cleaner energy future. Every day, we take new steps that get us closer to the energy transformation we want to see in Oregon. Why does this mission matter so much to the people who work at PGE? Because we live here, too.

Forester

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.<h1></h1><h1></h1><h1>Forester</h1><h3></h3><h3>Job Function</h3>Vegetation Management Manages vegetation in proximity to electrical facilities to promote resiliency of transmission services.<h3></h3><h3>Key Job Information</h3><ul><li>Job Title: Forester</li><li>Job Code: 6275</li><li>Grade: 7</li><li>Career Level: P3 – Career Professional</li></ul><h3></h3><h3>Career Level Summary</h3>Requires in-depth knowledge and experience. Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products or services. Solves complex problems and takes a new perspective using existing solutions. Works independently with minimal guidance and acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.<h3></h3><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3>Scoping<ul><li>Performs safety audits</li><li>Conducts job scoping</li><li>Analyzes risks and prioritizes jobs based on urgency and location</li></ul>Scheduling<ul><li>Plans, organizes, and oversees vegetation clearance activities</li><li>Prioritizes work in alignment with department strategy</li><li>Schedules contract crews</li></ul>Vendor Management<ul><li>Ensures contract crew performance meets PGE standards and specifications</li><li>Monitors crew productivity to ensure value relative to the statement of work</li><li>Reviews and corrects tree pruning practices to ensure compliance with vegetation clearance policy</li></ul>Consultation<ul><li>Advises regional engineering on vegetation clearance needs and issues for capital projects</li><li>Represents the Forestry Department to contractors impacting or impacted by company operations</li><li>Serves as a subject matter expert on projects</li><li>Proactively analyzes issues and resolves complex problems in collaboration with stakeholders</li><li>Coordinates herbicide applications with PGE transmission foresters</li></ul>Coordination<ul><li>Coordinates vegetation clearance with line restoration crews during emergency periods</li><li>Collaborates with regional line operations on maintenance and construction clearance needs</li><li>Coordinates vegetation clearance and selective herbicide applications with city, county, and state agencies</li></ul>Compliance<ul><li>Reviews new standards, regulations, and agreements</li><li>Analyzes work processes to ensure compliance</li><li>Adapts work direction to meet changing standards</li></ul><h3></h3><h3>Education, Experience, and Certifications</h3>Education<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in earth science, horticulture, geology, forestry, natural resources, or a related field</li><li>Equivalent experience may be considered</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>Typically five or more years of experience in tree trimming, arborist work, nursery work, or related fields</li><li>Experience must include vendor management and project management</li></ul>Certifications, Licenses, and Training<ul><li>ISA Arborist Certification required at hire</li><li>ISA Certified Utility Arborist and Oregon Pesticide Consultant certifications required within six months of hire</li></ul><h3></h3><h3>Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)</h3>Functional Competencies<ul><li>Expert knowledge of forestry processes and procedures</li><li>Thorough knowledge of forestry best practices, including tree trimming and herbicide/pesticide application</li><li>Thorough understanding of regulations impacting vegetation management</li><li>Strong knowledge of vendor management principles</li><li>Intermediate critical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Working knowledge of database and documentation tools</li></ul>General Competencies<ul><li>Intermediate decision-making skills</li><li>Intermediate interpersonal skills</li><li>Intermediate written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Intermediate presentation skills</li><li>Intermediate organizational awareness</li></ul><h3></h3><h3>Physical and Cognitive Demands</h3>Cognitive LevelSubstantial — consistent use of logic or scientific thinking to define problems, collect information, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.Cognitive Abilities<ul><li>Meet response times, deadlines, and time-sensitive tasks</li><li>Maintain accuracy standards</li><li>Follow through on decisions</li><li>Collaborate effectively within a team environment</li><li>Communicate and problem-solve under stress</li><li>Adapt to frequent change</li><li>Demonstrate self-awareness and accept constructive feedback</li><li>Apply lessons learned to similar future tasks</li><li>Maintain sound memory and process new information consistently</li></ul><h3></h3><h3>Schedule and Attendance</h3><ul><li>Ability to work long hours (typically for exempt positions; overtime applies for non-exempt)</li><li>Ability to work during severe inclement weather</li><li>Ability to meet regular, reliable, and predictable full-time attendance standards</li><li>Ability to work assigned shift schedules</li></ul>Physical Capabilities<ul><li>Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Frequently (at least once a week or more)</li><li>Driving/travel/commute: Overnight inside/outside the service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)</li><li>Lifting/pushing/pulling: More than 50&nbsp;lbs.</li><li>Carrying: More than 50&nbsp;lbs.</li><li>Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e., moving equipment, boats) (check all that apply):<ul><li>Elevated areas (i.e., catwalks, roofs and high buildings)</li><li>Confined spaces</li><li>Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces)</li><li>Stairs (over 10&nbsp;steps)</li><li>Ladders (over 10&nbsp;rungs)</li></ul></li></ul>Environment&nbsp;- Indoor/Outdoor (check all that apply):<ul><li>Office</li><li>Field</li></ul> Compensation Range:$89,175.00 - $148,625.00Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. While we anticipate the selected candidate for this position will fall towards the middle or entry point of the compensation range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis.PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click <a href="https://portlandgeneral.com/hrcs5511">here</a>.Join us today and power your potential!Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.PGE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel connected, valued, and empowered to thrive. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Recruiter associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting <a href="mailto:talentacquisition@pgn.com">talentacquisition@pgn.com</a>&nbsp;or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process.&nbsp;To be considered for this position, please complete the following employment application by the posting close date. &nbsp;Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed, job is open until filled.

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