Vegetation Management Safety Specialist - Construction Management

Iapetus Holdings LLC•Redding, CA

3d•$40 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

Atlas Field Services (AFS) is seeking Vegetation Management Safety Professionals with construction management experience to join their team. The role requires individuals to reside in or relocate to the area. The company emphasizes employee growth, development, and provides opportunities for those who show initiative. They foster an entrepreneurial spirit, encouraging employees to be accountable and innovative. Safety is paramount, and the company is committed to providing excellence in service to its vegetation management clients. Transparency and respect are core values, with a focus on trust as the foundation for success.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Any technical or continuing education in a related field (Forestry, Utility Vegetation Management, and/or Logging).
Valid Driver's License.
CPR / First Aid certification.
OSHA 30 certification.
Certified Treecare Safety Professional (CTSP) or Consulting Utility Forester Safety Professional (CUFSP) certification.
Electric Hazard Awareness Program (EHAP) certification.
Five (5) years of experience in the arboriculture industry, or military experience plus three (3) years in the arboriculture industry.
One (1) year in a trainer or safety position.
One (1) year performing work relevant to safety observations.
Utility line clearance experience.
Training experience within the arboriculture/utility line clearance industry.
Strong knowledge of the technical discipline for which you are providing safety observations and/or field/yard assessments.
Thorough understanding of specific work methods and procedures, including all safety practices.
Customer service skills.
Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to effectively coach and provide feedback.
Leadership and collaboration skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); SAP skills.
Knowledge of OSHA Logging Regulations, ANSI Z133 Standards, and PG&E Safe Work Practices.
Must pass a post-offer background and drug screening.
Must possess a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Credentials.
Commercial Driver's License.

Responsibilities

Administer Vegetation Management field/yard assessments, focusing on specific areas of skill or knowledge relevant to the VM task(s) being performed.
Perform initial and subsequent safety observations and field observations of VM activities, including new and/or difficult skills and techniques.
Document and communicate observation results to frontline supervision/leadership using standardized templates and forms.
Share outcomes, observations, trends, gaps, and issues with supervisors to help develop and implement mitigating strategies.
Address identified gaps and issues to improve observations, coaching tools, processes, and/or materials.
Ensure observation processes are followed and observation records are maintained in compliance with CM program requirements.
Collaborate with stakeholder groups to ensure appropriate process and asset recommendations are implemented and maintained.
Serve as the point of contact for regional contract escalation resolution.
Escalate contractual issues for resolution immediately, at the field level while onsite.
Partner with operations to ensure T&E requests are reviewed timely, fairly, and consistently across regions.
Partner with contractors to resolve delays in payments, T&E requests, and contractual concerns in real time.
Partner with operations to ensure quality and schedule performance align with contract expectations.
Partner with operations to identify underperforming contractors and develop recovery plans tied to schedule, quality, safety, and cost.
Deliver contract terms, units, definitions, and enforcement training to internal and external partners.
Promote a behavior-based safety culture and ensure compliance with client requirements, Cal-OSHA, and any applicable federal, state, and local agencies.
Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.