Field Safety Specialist (Utility Vegetation Management)

Clear Path Utility Solutions, LLC•Woodland, CA

1d•$29 - $46•Onsite

About The Position

CPUS is seeking Safety Specialists with knowledge of OSHA Logging Regulations, ANSI Z133 Standards and PG&E Safe Work Practices. This role is ideal for Utility Foresters with Trainer or Safety program experience. The Safety Specialist must have knowledge in technical discipline for which incumbent is performing safety observations and a good understanding of specific work methods and procedures, including all safety practices. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Performs initial and subsequent safety observations, written or computer-based documentation of VM activities, including new and/or difficult skills and techniques, with general guidance on new assignments. May involve working in extreme weather, day or night conditions, and hiking to complete observations. Prepares employees/contractors for the entire observation process, written and/or computer documentation of field observation, through effective communication and tail boarding. Ensures employees understand the purpose and process. Documents and communicates results to first line supervision, using standardized templates and forms. Provides coaching report and feedback to participants upon completion of the field safety observations. May provide recommendations and input to improve observed at risk safety activities utilizing coaching tools and processes

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Any technical or continued education in related field. (Forestry, Utility Vegetation Management and/or Logging).
Valid Driver’s License.
CPR / First Aid.
Three (3) years of experience in the arboriculture industry or military experience and (1) year in the arboriculture industry.
One (1) year in trainer or safety position.
Utility line clearance.
Training experience within the arboriculture/utility line clearance industry.
Knowledge in technical discipline for which incumbent is performing safety observations.
Good understanding of specific work methods and procedures, including all safety practices.
Written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to effectively coach and provide feedback.
Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel.
Knowledge of OSHA Logging Regulations, ANSI Z133 Standards and PG&E Safe Work Practices.
Bilingual (English / Spanish).

Nice To Haves

Certified Treecare Safety Professional (CTSP) or Consulting Utility Forester Safety Professional (CUFSP).
OSHA 30.
OSHA 30 (with focus in Elec Power).
International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Credentials.
Commercial Driver’s License.
Electric Hazard Awareness Program (EHAP).

Responsibilities

Performs initial and subsequent safety observations, written or computer-based documentation of VM activities, including new and/or difficult skills and techniques, with general guidance on new assignments. May involve working in extreme weather, day or night conditions, and hiking to complete observations.
Prepares employees/contractors for the entire observation process, written and/or computer documentation of field observation, through effective communication and tail boarding. Ensures employees understand the purpose and process.
Documents and communicates results to first line supervision, using standardized templates and forms.
Provides coaching report and feedback to participants upon completion of the field safety observations.
May provide recommendations and input to improve observed at risk safety activities utilizing coaching tools and processes