Vegetation Program Lead (PC) | Sacramento/Auburn/Placerville, CA

Eocene Environmental Group • Sacramento, CA

10h • Onsite

About The Position

At Eocene Environmental Group, Inc., we’re not just managing vegetation—we’re protecting communities, enhancing ecosystems, and supporting the safe delivery of power across diverse landscapes. As a Vegetation Program Lead, your office is the great outdoors—from city streets to remote forests. You’ll lead field teams, coordinate with utility partners, and help shape sustainable right-of-way practices. We’re an employee-owned company committed to innovation, safety, and professional development. As we expand nationwide, we’re looking for passionate leaders ready to grow with us.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and clean MVR
• Degree or experience in Forestry, Arboriculture, Environmental Science, or related field
• Strong plant ID and invasive species knowledge
• Excellent communication and independent work skills
• Comfortable working in rugged terrain and varying weather conditions

Nice To Haves

• Leadership experience and familiarity with PG&E contractor work practices
• Experience with emergency response or hazard tree removal
• ISA Certified Arborist

Responsibilities

• Lead vegetation management operations, contractor performance, project teams, and emergency response efforts in compliance with safety regulations and labor agreements.
• Solve moderate to highly complex problems independently; develop new approaches to improve processes and outcomes.
• Coordinate and support vegetation management (VM) activities, including scheduling, progress monitoring, and process improvement initiatives.
• At the direction of the PG&E Representative clarify expectations and program direction for contractor employees.
• Assist with customer interactions, including complaints, refusals, and access issues, as directed by the Program Manager.
• Support agency meetings, field visits, and project management tasks (routine and non-routine).
• Perform database “sleuthing” to identify and resolve issues.
• Provide support to Vegetation Management Inspectors (VMIs).
• Ensure on-site safety practices are followed and report on equipment and vehicle conditions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by PG&E representatives or EOCW management.

Benefits

• Employee-owned company
• Professional development
• Per diem available for candidates traveling from out of state or outside the local area, pending review and approval.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree