Utility Pre-Inspector | Lake Arrowhead, CA

ACRT Services•Lake Arrowhead, CA

2d•$24 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Performs tree assessments 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 customers. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Patrols distribution and/or transmission circuits and prescribes work to be performed by contract tree crews, determines when the next trim is required, notifies property owners of tree trimming and tree and brush removal work to be performed relating to client specifications, manages the issuance of work and tracks work progress, maps circuits using client continuity lists, performs outage investigations and, when necessary, obtains permits from public agencies. Enters tree trimming and tree and brush removal prescription into hand-held computer or other similar systems, and uses computers and associated software to perform duties. Complies with all regulatory requirements and client vegetation management standards. May be required to participate in public presentations and meetings. Attains certification as an Arborist through the International Society of Arboriculture within 1 year or upon eligibility As 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 agreements. Makes a positive personal impression on others. Adheres to attendance policies and faithful in coming when scheduled and conforms to work hour requirements. Conducts 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 manner. Other duties as required. Equipment, environmental and safety requirements: Driving cars, trucks, and/or All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) Walking on uneven ground Exposure to excessive noise Exposure to extremes in temperature, humidity, or wetness Operation of foot controls or repetitive foot movement Exposure to dust, gas, fumes, chemicals Various forestry-related equipment, including but not limited to clinometer, range finder, logger’s tape, DBH tape and various safety-related equipment such as hard hat, safety vest, safety glasses, ear plugs, etc.

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age or older
Minimum of 1 year Utility Vegetation Management (UVM) or related field
2-year degree OR 4 years experience in arboriculture or related field in lieu of degree
Ability to identify local trees and knowledge of growth rates desired
Ability to work independently, strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work in rugged terrain and inclement weather
Map interpretation; preform data collection using various software platforms
Valid Driver License and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle
Basic use of Excel (sum, totals, simple formulas) and Outlook; proficient in Microsoft Word
Ability to identify local trees and knowledge of growth rates
Ability to learn and use company- or job-specific software systems
Ability to work in rugged terrain and inclement weather
Ability to read and follow maps
Accountability: accepts personal responsibility for quality and timeliness of work
Accuracy and work quality: performs work completely, correctly, and in a professional manner
Adaptability and flexibility: meets the changing conditions and situations in work responsibilities
Communications: possesses strong verbal and written communication skills and is able to present ideas in formal and informal situations
Creativity: possesses ability to develop and present new ideas and better ways of doing things
Dependability: is reliable and has the ability to do required jobs
Drive and achievement orientation: sets challenging goals for self and willingly puts in extra time and effort in crisis situations
Independence: possesses the ability to work autonomously with little supervision
Interpersonal skills: builds constructive and effective relationships
Positive attitude: displays optimism about the work to be done and demonstrates a positive attitude towards customers, peers, and the company
Quantity of work: generates adequate amounts of work based on the job requirements

Responsibilities

Patrols distribution and/or transmission circuits and prescribes work to be performed by contract tree crews
Determines when the next trim is required
Notifies property owners of tree trimming and tree and brush removal work to be performed relating to client specifications
Manages the issuance of work and tracks work progress
Maps circuits using client continuity lists
Performs outage investigations and, when necessary, obtains permits from public agencies
Enters tree trimming and tree and brush removal prescription into hand-held computer or other similar systems, and uses computers and associated software to perform duties
Complies with all regulatory requirements and client vegetation management standards
May be required to participate in public presentations and meetings
Attains certification as an Arborist through the International Society of Arboriculture within 1 year or upon eligibility
Performs all necessary duties for emergency response in accordance with all safety requirements, law and regulations, and applicable labor agreements
Adheres to attendance policies and faithful in coming when scheduled and conforms to work hour requirements
Conducts 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
Ensures maintenance on company vehicles is done in a timely and efficient manner