Vegetation Management Inspector after 1 year - REQ 1115

$83,595 - $86,736/Yr

Sierra Forestry Consulting - Sonoma, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Sonoma, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Vegetation Management Inspector after 1 year (VMI-1) position involves patrolling for hazardous trees and performing inspections and evaluations of trees and brush along utility lines. The role includes submitting inspection results to clients, planning and coordinating tree clearance activities, and serving as a liaison between clients and tree crews. This position is covered under the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 1245, requiring union membership for all employees.

Responsibilities

• Perform circuit patrols in accordance with the annual VM plan and VM patrol standards.
• Identify required tree work along existing PG&E rights-of-way and prescribe necessary tree work.
• Notify property owners/agencies about upcoming tree work and obtain necessary authorizations.
• Serve as a contact for new business and reconstruction work.
• Perform work verification inspections to ensure quality and completion of tree work.
• Investigate and document tree-related outages and attend outage meetings as requested.
• Assist in closing out CC&B cases in the field after fielding the case.
• Support emergency response by dispatching tree crews and field checking sites.
• Participate in contractor safety and tailboard meetings.
• Act as a customer relations representative on behalf of PG&E.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Complete electronic and paper-based documentation and reporting.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Must maintain a Class C driver's license
• Must meet company driver acceptability requirements
• Ability to drive a 4x4 truck or SUV
• One year of related arboricultural experience
• One year as a Vegetation Management Inspector or ISA Certified Arborist, OR a 2-year or 4-year college degree in a related field.

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to work independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read and follow maps
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to identify local trees and knowledge of growth rate
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Ability to prioritize and organize with attention to detail
• Accountable and accepting personal responsibility
• Ability to work additional hours and days.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, AD&D and Term life Insurance
• Company Vehicle for Business Use
• Company Cell Phone
• $50 per day worked subsistence
• Per Diem may be paid when meeting requirements