The Forestry First Step Apprentice team member assists in the clearing of right-of-way of electric power lines to minimize storm and short-circuit hazards by performing these essential duties. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerforms vegetation management practices including, driving and operating equipment along with chipping brush and clean up.Learn or have knowledge of knot and rope applications from the ground, active and progressive ground rigging, and tree felling techniques.Operates power-driven machinery such as chain saw, hydraulic pruning equipment, gasoline-powered hedge trimmer, stump grinder, chipper, chemical sprayer, mower/bush hog, and/or similar equipmentApplies knowledge of modern tree trimming and tree surgery techniques, as well as vegetation management hazards and safe work practicesPrunes trees to eliminate hazards and to preserve tree healthApplies herbicides in accordance with applicable rules/statutes, as requiredDemonstrates proper care/maintenance of specialized tools and equipmentCommunicates effectively with members regarding the value of EnerStar’s vegetation management practices on an as-needed basisOffers recommendations that have the potential to improve safety, efficiency, or best work practices related to vegetation managementApplies herbicides in accordance with applicable rules/statutes, as required. 
