Vegetation Management Inspector - Union Pismo

American Tree Medics Inc; Arroyo Grande (CA); On-site; USD 56,123 - 69,362; Full time

Job summary

American Tree Medics Inc is seeking a Union Arboriculture Specialist in Arroyo Grande, California. This full-time position offers competitive pay between $40.74-$50.35 per hour, with lodging and per diem for travel. Qualified candidates should have a High School Diploma, at least one year of arboriculture experience, and a valid driver's license. The role involves collaboration with utility systems, data collection, and communication with landowners. Opportunities for professional growth include certification as an International Society of Arboriculture arborist.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn local tree species and understand their growth rates.
• Comfortable working outdoors in rugged terrain and inclement weather.
• Expected to become ISA certified within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with utility systems to inspect rights of ways.
• Collect and enter data using handheld devices.
• Communicate with landowners regarding necessary work.
• Assess terrain and environmental conditions.
• Coordinate with project managers and vegetation crews.

Skills

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GPS navigation

4x4 vehicle operation

Job description

Union Arboriculture Specialist

A Great Career Opportunity Awaits!

Find your "ROOTS" and "GROW" with American Tree Medics Inc! We offer competitive pay, education opportunities, and pathways for advancement with multiple openings available in both field operations and administration. Join our fast-growing, INC 500 company, recognized for saving communities, forests, and essentially, 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!

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.

Desired Qualifications

• 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.

Required Qualifications

• 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.)
• Lodging and per diem paid for all overnight travel.
• Capability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• ISA and TRAQ not required but highly encouraged.

Equal Employment Opportunity Company

• Full-time
• Starting Pay: $40.74-$50.35 per hour