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Technician II - Vegetation Management

Basic Purpose

Positions in this family are responsible for the vegetation management in GRDA’s power line easements, substation, microwave sites, and a variety of properties owned and maintained by GRDA.

Major Work Duties

Employees are required to perform at full performance level. Some duties include: Application of herbicides to vegetation in compliance with state and federal regulations; maintains records concerning types, quantities, locations and dates that chemicals are used to control the growth of vegetation. Operates side trimmers, hydro-ax, skid steers, 4-wheel drive tractors with brush hog, chain saws and other tools and equipment to cut and trim trees, brush and other vegetation along right-of-ways; mows dikes and dams; works in locations with difficult accessibility such as fence rows, creek banks or densely populated or wooded areas. Various right of way restoration responsibilities.

Typical Functions

• Applies herbicides to vegetation in compliance with state and federal regulations; maintains records concerning types, quantities, locations and dates that chemicals are used to control the growth of vegetation.

• Operates side trimmers, hydro-ax, skid steers, 4-wheel drive tractors with brush hog, chain saws and other tools and equipment to cut and trim trees, brush and other vegetation along right-of-ways; mows dikes and dams; works in locations with difficult accessibility such as fence rows, creek banks or densely populated or wooded areas.

• Right of way restoration responsibilities such as: repairing ruts, reclaiming property damages, reseeding, fence building, gate installation, etc.

• Follow Federal, State and Local laws concerning EPA and other regulations including but not limited herbicide application and disposal. Attend all seminars, classes, and training sessions to maintain licenses that are required.

• Operate heavy trucks or other equipment used in construction, repair, and maintenance of high voltage transmission lines.

• Removal of log jams and debris on Scenic Rivers.

• Mowing and herbicide application on substation and microwave sites.

• Operate dozers and various excavation equipment to provide access to easements.

• Coordinate with other crafts on logistics and assigned projects.

• Secure equipment and materials needed to complete a project and check it out through the warehouse using the correct project codes.

• Help to make sure all projects tasks are performed in the safest manner in accordance with GRDA, APPA and other governing bodies’ rules and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

Requirement at this level consist of two years’ experience in the craft to which assigned. This position also requires possession of a Certified Herbicide Applicator’s License (category 6) and an Oklahoma Class A CDL. Applicants must be willing to travel for overnight stay, 4-5 days per week, months at a time.

This position is located at Transmission and Distribution HDQ, Pryor Oklahoma.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!