Arborist Utility Pre-Inspector (FT)

ACRT Pacific time RegularPerforms identification inspection and evaluation of trees and brush along utility lines and submits inspection results to clients with recommendations. Plans directs and coordinates the activities of assigned tree clearance crews. Discusses and negotiates line-clearance crew access issues and serves as a liaison between clients tree crews and client & ResponsibilitiesEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Patrols distribution and/or transmission circuits; prescribes work in accordance with client specifications evaluates tree conditions for future trim cycles property owner notification of work to be performed tracks work progress performs outage investigations trouble orders and when necessary coordinates work with public and private tree trimming and tree and brush removal prescription into data collection audits on tree contractor to ensure compliance with prescribed workResponsible for accurately updating documents required for performance of workMaintain working relationships with local client personnel as well as all relevant federal state and local governmental agenciesWork must be performed in compliance with all regulatory requirements and client vegetation management certification as an Arborist through the International Society of Arboriculture upon requested by the Senior Utility Pre-Inspector or Manager performs all necessary duties for emergency response in accordance with all safety requirements law and regulations and applicable labor a positive personal impression on others. Adheres to attendance policies and faithful in coming when scheduled and conforms to work hour work in a safety-conscious manner as not to endanger themselves or others. Keeps the work area office and/or company vehicle neat orderly and professional in appearance. If applicable ensures maintenance on company vehicles is done in a timely and efficient duties as environmental and safety requirements:Driving cars trucks and/or All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)Walking on uneven groundExposure to excessive noiseExposure to extremes in temperature humidity or wetnessOperation of foot controls or repetitive foot movementExposure to dust gas fumes chemicalsVarious forestry-related equipment including but not limited to clinometer range finder loggers tape DBH tape and various safety-related equipment such as hard hat safety vest safety glasses ear plugs :Education and Experience Requirements:High School Diploma or GEDMust be 21 years of age or olderISA Certified ArboristAbility to work independently strong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work in rugged terrain and inclement weatherMap interpretation; preform data collection using various software platformsValid Driver License and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicleBasic use of Excel (sum totals simple formulas) and Outlook; proficient in Microsoft WordRequired Skills:Ability to identify local trees and knowledge of growth : accepts personal responsibility for quality and timeliness of and work quality: performs work completely correctly and in a professional and flexibility: meets the changing conditions and situations in work : possesses ability to develop and present new ideas and better ways of doing : is reliable and has the ability to do required and achievement orientation: sets challenging goals for self and willingly puts in extra time and effort in crisis : possesses the ability to work autonomously with little skills: builds constructive and effective attitude: displays optimism about the work to be done and demonstrates a positive attitude towards customers peers and the of work: generates adequate amounts of work based on the job Responsibilities:NoneWorking Conditions:80% or more outdoors in various climate conditionsKneeling crawling - occasional: sitting standing bending waist squatting climbingLifting and carrying occasional: 0-25 lbs; never: 26-100 frequent: 0-10 lbs; occasional: 0-25 lbs; never: 26-100 lbsHeaviest item carried: Hand held computer weighing 2.5 lbs and/or maps with a clip board. Distance to be carried: Items are carried the entire time employees are walking in the field. Occasional: fire extinguisher and Indian pack for fire :Works with Inside Company:All employees and managersWork with Outside Company:Utility management and contract workforceCustomersLocal/agency officials as neededSalary Range Disclaimer:The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Pacific salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to customer contact terms location experience and performance. Other rewards may include Paid Time Off 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match ESOP contributions medical dental and vision insurance and other region-specific benefits as Range Transparency:For applicants residing in California the salary range for this role is from $28.00 min to $ 36.00 are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religious creed national origin physical or mental disability protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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