Safety Manager - Vegetation Management

CERES GLOBAL•Cameron Park, CA

79d•$120,000 - $175,000

About The Position

TSU (Tree Service Unlimited, Inc.) is a leader in quality utility line clearing services, vegetation management, emergency disaster response, and woody debris management solutions for utility networks. TSU is headquartered in the capital of California, Sacramento. Our goal is to continue strategizing with large utility companies and agencies to better secure the power grid in the event of disaster while maintaining hazard-free lines from wildfires. At Ceres and TSU, we believe you’re more than just an employee; you’re part of a team with a purpose and a meaningful mission. Whether in management, field operations, or behind the scenes, every team member plays a vital role in restoring hope, protecting communities, and keeping critical infrastructure safe. We are seeking a Safety Manager to lead and strengthen safety programs across all TSU vegetation management operations. This individual will serve as a key leader in shaping safety culture, developing training systems, and ensuring compliance across utility and forestry projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in vegetation management or utility safety and the leadership presence to influence both field crews and executive stakeholders. Success in the first 12 months includes establishing a standardized training platform, reducing incident rates through proactive field engagement, and building trusted relationships with client utilities and internal teams. The Safety Manager – Vegetation Management position is both strategic and hands-on. You’ll spend time in the field auditing crews, training supervisors, and ensuring compliance, while also driving initiatives that elevate safety standards across TSU’s growing utility and forestry portfolio. Our culture values integrity, responsiveness, and teamwork — and our best people thrive in fast-paced environments where their leadership directly impacts community safety and operational excellence.

Requirements

Minimum 7 years of experience in safety management within vegetation management, forestry, or utility line clearance.
Strong knowledge of OSHA, CAL OSHA, ANSI Z133, DOT/FMCSA, and utility safety regulations.
Proven experience in developing and implementing training programs and safety manuals.
Demonstrated ability to lead field teams and influence organizational safety culture.
Excellent communication and documentation skills.
California-based travel required across utility & forestry projects nationally

Nice To Haves

ISA Certified Arborist or Utility Specialist.
CPR/First Aid Instructor Certification.
OSHA 30
CTSP or Eligible to take the CTSP Exam
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Forestry, Environmental Science, or a related field.
Experience representing contractors in client safety meetings or regulatory inspections.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee TSU’s safety program across PG&E and other utility/forestry contracts.
Develop, implement, and update training manuals, standard operating procedures, and onboarding programs.
Conduct field safety audits, inspections, and compliance reviews across multiple states.
Deliver employee training on electrical hazard awareness, chainsaw safety, aerial lift, CPR/First Aid, and wildfire protocols.
Lead incident investigations and implement corrective action plans.
Represent TSU with client utilities, regulatory agencies, and industry partners.
Mentor supervisors and field leaders to foster a proactive, accountable safety culture.
Collaborate with operations and HR teams to maintain compliance with OSHA, CAL OSHA, ANSI Z133, and DOT/FMCSA standards.
Provide safety support across all TSU and affiliated Ceres/CTL entities as needed, ensuring consistent safety standards, compliance practices, and field-level oversight companywide.