Certified Arborist - Vegetation Management Field Auditor On-Site

Paxon Energy and Infrastructure Services; United States; On-site; USD 59,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Life Insurance

Job summary

Paxon Energy and Infrastructure LLC is seeking a Certified Arborist to audit vegetation management work and ensure compliance with project specifications and standards. The role involves coordinating with property owners and Client Representatives, and may require emergency response and rapid deployment to job sites across California.

Qualified candidates will have ISA/ASCA certification, relevant licensing, and at least two years of vegetation management experience for utility rights of way,

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the US and willing to travel
• Certified Arborist through ISA, ASCA or Certified/ Degreed Forester
• Licensed/Registered/Certified in Vegetation Management, Forestry, or Arboriculture
• Two years’ experience in vegetation management for utility rights of way
• Excellent verbal and written communication; attention to detail
• Familiar with vegetation management practices, client requirements, and regulatory standards

Responsibilities

• Audit ongoing and completed vegetation management work in the field for compliance with standards.
• Obtain permission from property owners before vegetation work; document and report when not possible.
• Notify Client’s Representative in writing when permission or permits cannot be obtained.
• Supervise tree replacement and planting to ensure site-appropriate species and ISA-compliant techniques.
• Be prepared to perform emergency or storm-related tree work within 24 hours of notification.

Skills

Certified Arborist

Communications skills

Vegetation management knowledge

Attention to detail

Travel readiness

Client coordination

Education

ISA/ASCA or Degreed Forester certification

Job description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Paxon Energy and Infrastructure LLC, the leading force in the energy industry, is driven by our unwavering commitment to sustainable solutions and exceptional services. With a collaborative and inclusive culture, Paxon fosters personal and professional growth, empowering individuals to be innovative and make a meaningful impact in shaping the future of energy as well as unlock their full potential contributing to transformative projects and working alongside industry experts. Join Paxon and become part of a dynamic team dedicated to driving positive change in the world.

JOB TYPE:

Full-Time Employee

LOCATION:

These positions will be on-site throughout California, primarily in the Stockton area; no relocation assistance is available for this position.

COMPENSATION:

$43 - $47 per hour

POSITION SUMMARY:

Our Certified Arborists will be responsible for assisting our client with conducting audits to assess completed work and facilities.

What you will be responsible for:

(Disclaimer: The lists below are not all inclusive)

• Audit on-going and completed vegetation management jobs in the field to ensure compliance with the job requirements and approved tree removal and pruning standards. Post-audit forms shall be filled out indicating the adequacy of the vegetation management work completed. Post-audit forms are to be forwarded to the appropriate Client Representative.
• Secure the permission of each property owner before the vegetation management contractor commences tree removal work on any property for which Client does not already have removal rights. If the removal rights are not known or are unclear, then the QAVMFA shall obtain Permission prior to the removal of any tree.
• Promptly inform Client’s Representative in writing of each instance in which QAVMFA is unable to obtain Permission or permits.
• Supervise individual tree replacement and high production seedling planting activities ensuring proper tree is chosen for site and planting techniques comply with ISA standards.
• As deemed necessary by Client's Representative, the QAVMFA may be required to perform emergency or storm related tree work at any time. If required to perform such emergency or storm related work, QAVMFA shall ensure that all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to perform such work shall be available within twenty-four (24) hours of Client's notification to QAVMFA that such work is required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

You must have the following:

(Minimum)

• Authorized to work in the US and willingness to travel
• Certified Arborist through (ISA, ASCA or Certified or Degreed Forester)
• Licensed, Registered and/or Certified in Vegetation Management, Forestry, or Arboriculture
• Two years’ experience working on vegetation management issues for utility rights of way
• Excellent communication both verbal and written with attention to detail
• Be familiar with vegetation management contractors’ work practices, proper arboricultural techniques and practices, Client’s specification or other requirements as directed by Client, and government agency requirements related to line clearances and fire prevention
• Complete Quality profiled training with the applicable timelines as directed by Client.

BENEFITS:

Paxon offers a comprehensive package of Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Life Insurance, and many more!

We are committed to providing a diversified workforce to our clients:

Paxon Energy & Infrastructure LLC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.