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About the Role

New Energy Equity and Energy Support Services is seeking a motivated, reliable, and detail-oriented Vegetation Technician to join our field operations team. This role is primarily a physical, outdoors-focused position paired with essential administrative, routing, and operational responsibilities. Expect to spend 35 hours a week, on average, in the field performing physical tasks. The ideal candidate combines strong physical field work and a safety-first mindset with computer literacy to manage routes, track goals, and complete site documentation.

Responsibilities

Adhere to & Enforce Safety Standards: Strictly follow and enforce all company safety protocols, PPE requirements, OSHA standards, and site-specific safety plans at all times.
Site Hazard Audits & Documentation: Conduct mandatory pre-work safety assessments and site inspections to identify, document, and mitigate hazards before beginning work.
Safe Equipment Operation: Safely transport, load, and operate heavy vegetation equipment, trimmers, and utility trailers.
Helper Safety Supervision: Lead by example and ensure that seasonal helpers or crew members understand, follow, and maintain strict safety compliance on site.
Perform direct, hands-on mechanical vegetation control, including operating commercial-grade zero-turn mowers and brush hogs within fenced arrays, and detailed weed-whipping around electrical equipment, poles, and post foundations.
Execute a 4-day weekly field schedule to manage vegetation across assigned facilities on a variable rotation cycle, adapting to weather and growth conditions.
Perform routine small equipment maintenance and minor repair tasks to maximize equipment uptime safely.
Perform basic civil and site upkeep tasks as needed on an infrequent basis.
Plan daily routing for assigned regional sites; log and complete work orders promptly upon task execution.
Use Microsoft Teams and Outlook daily to manage communications, track assigned tasks, participate in team workflows, and ensure project updates are clear.
Generate accurate site condition reports, incident logs, and mandatory job safety documentation in a timely manner.
Track completed site cuts in spreadsheets against contractual cut limits, flagging sites approaching limits for additional client coordination.
Conduct basic administrative research as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Demonstrated safety-first attitude with a clean safety record in previous industrial or field roles.
Previous experience operating heavy commercial vegetation equipment (zero-turn mowers, brush hogs, commercial trimmers).
Experience with small engines or commercial equipment repair and maintenance is a major plus.
Basic computer literacy and comfort using software applications for administrative reporting, task tracking, and goal management.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; comfortable towing and maneuvering a 20-foot utility trailer daily is desirable.
Experience operating chainsaws safely and performing minor fence repairs is a plus (not required).
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Skills

Uncompromising commitment to personal safety, team safety, and proper PPE use in high-voltage solar environments.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, lift 50+ lbs regularly, and walk long distances over rough or uneven solar array terrain daily.
Comfortable with email, digital messaging, spreadsheet entry, web research, and basic organizational tools.
Strong time-management skills to balance physical field labor with timely administrative follow-through.

Location

Daily Regional Travel

Work Type

Full-time
Field Operations

Experience Level

Entry Level
Mid Level

Education Level

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Salary/Compensations

$50,000 - $60,000

Benefits

Retirement Benefits
Medical
Dental & Vision
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Life Insurance and Disability
Tuition Reimbursement
Voluntary Benefits
Paid Absences

About the Company

At New Energy Equity, a proud subsidiary of ALLETE, we’re leading the charge in transforming the energy landscape with innovative solar solutions.
As a top player in the renewable energy sector, we’ve successfully developed over 600MW of solar projects and closed more than $1.2 billion in clean energy investments.
Our projects deliver sustainable electricity to a wide range of clients, including commercial, industrial, municipal, and utility customers.
We pride ourselves on a dynamic and engaging work environment where teamwork, continuous learning, and environmental stewardship are at the core of what we do.
Our inclusive and collaborative culture encourages creativity and innovation, making our office a place where every idea is valued, and growth is a priority.
Join a passionate team that not only drives the clean energy future but also enjoys celebrating our successes together.
With over 250 projects across the U.S., our supportive atmosphere ensures a balanced work-life dynamic and a fun, fulfilling career path.
Join us and be part of a forward-thinking company where your contributions are celebrated, and your professional development is supported as we work towards a brighter, sustainable future.

Equal Opportunity

New Energy Equity is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.
If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, contact our HR department at amekonnen@newenergyequity.com