Vegetation Management Inspector - Union

American Tree Medics • Paso Robles, CA

19h • Onsite

About The Position

American Tree Medics Inc. is seeking motivated individuals for the Vegetation Management Inspector role. This is a great career opportunity to join a fast-growing, INC 500 company recognized for its contributions to communities, forests, and lives. We pride ourselves on our team of highly qualified, certified, and trained professionals. If you are a highly motivated, dedicated, and outgoing individual who likes to travel, this is the opportunity you have been searching for! This is a full-time position with competitive pay and opportunities for advancement.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• A minimum of 1 year of arboriculture experience.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• A clean driving record (DMV printout required).
• Proficient in operating a 4x4 vehicle on rough and narrow roads.
• Willingness to travel. (Travel is not guaranteed but highly likely.)
• Capability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to embrace an outdoor, independent work environment.
• Thrives on adaptation, continual learning, training, and attention to detail.
• Possesses knowledge or the capacity to quickly learn local tree species and specific growth rates.
• Able to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather.
• Understands that communication and teamwork are essential to our success.
• Expected to become an International Society of Arboriculture certified arborist within 12 months.
• Ability to learn to use range finders and job-specific equipment.
• ISA and TRAQ not required but highly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with major gas and electric utility systems to inspect rights of ways, identifying vegetation incompatible with state and federal regulations.
• Collect and enter data on handheld devices, follow maps, and use GPS navigation.
• Communicate with landowners regarding necessary work on their properties.
• Assess all terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions.
• Coordinate with project managers, planners, and vegetation crews.

Benefits

• Lodging and per diem paid for all overnight travel.
• All job-specific equipment, safety gear, a company vehicle, fuel card, company phone, and more are provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED