Utility Vegetation Management Skills Evaluator
About The Position
As an independent utility vegetation management consulting contractor, Atlas Field Services, LLC has supported our client's vegetation management programs since 2016. Our company consists of ISA Certified Arborists and Utility Specialists that verify and Audit tree contractor’s work for compliance with client specifications and needs. Atlas Field Services (AFS) is currently seeking a Qualified Evaluator to join our team as a full-time employee in the California area. This role will be responsible for ensuring that compliance, skills assessments, and essential job functions are met and align with the companies’ operational standards. The role will report to an assessment yard in the Orville, CA area.
Requirements
- Knowledge in technical discipline required for performing assessments.
- Thorough understanding of specific work methods and procedures, including all safety practices.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel
- Knowledge of OSHA Logging Regulations, ANSI Z133 Standards, and PG&E Safe Work Practices
- Must pass assessments they will be administering
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid Driver’s License
- Three (3) years of experience in the arboriculture industry and (1) years of experience as a trainer or safety observer.
- Five (5) years performing work relevant to assessments.
- Five (5) years of experience in arboriculture industry respective technical trade
- One (1) year in trainer or safety position
- Five (5) years performing work relevant to assessments
- Three (3) Experience years’ experience proctoring Operator Qualifications evaluations per appropriate procedures as a field safety observer, foreman or trainer.
- Must be able to pass an assessment with competent or proficient level. (Evaluated by client)
- Employees must be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time.
- Safety is a top priority at Atlas Field Services. Successful candidates will be committed to their personal safety and to the safety of others.
- Applicants must pass a background and pre-employment drug test.
- All candidates must possess a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual (English / Spanish) desired
- OSHA 30, preferred (with focus on electrical power)
- CPR/ First Aid
- Certified Tree care Safety Professional (CTSP) or Consulting Utility Forester Safety Professional (CUFSP), preferred
- Electric Hazard Awareness Program (EHAP), preferred
Responsibilities
- Proctor vegetation management assessments focusing on a specific area of skill/ knowledge including, but not limited to contract tree crew task(s) performed within vegetation management.
- Follow state and federal regulations, along with client Standard Operating Procedures, Safe Work Practices, and guidance documents.
- Administer initial and subsequent assessments, in physical or digital versions, following the clients’ program structure and parameters.
- Use effective communication and tail boarding to ensure assessment participants understand the structure and the process of the assessments
- Document and communicate results (pass/fail) to participants and first line supervision in a timely manner, using standardized templates, forms, and processes.
- Perform other work as directed by the client.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
