Vegetation Management Inspector - Union

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Company phone

Paid lodging for travel

Per diem for overnight travel

Job summary

American Tree Medics Inc in San Jose, California, is seeking a Union Arboriculture Specialist. The role involves collaborating with utility systems to ensure vegetation compliance and requires a High School Diploma with a minimum of one year in arboriculture. Competitive pay ranges from $40.74 to $50.35 per hour. Benefits include equipment and lodging for travel. A valid driver's license and a clean driving record are essential. Become an integral part of a fast-growing company recognized for its community impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of arboriculture experience.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to work and hike in rugged terrain.

Responsibilities

• Inspect rights of ways for vegetation compliance.
• Collect data using handheld devices and GPS.
• Communicate with landowners about necessary work.

Skills

Knowledge of local tree species

Teamwork and communication

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Outdoor work environment resilience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Company

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

All job-specific equipment, safety gear, a company vehicle, fuel card, company phone, and more are provided. Become a vital part of our team and advance your career today!