Quality Control Inspector (Certified Arborist)

As an independent vegetation management consulting contractor, California Forestry and Vegetation Management, Inc (CFVM) has supported our client's vegetation management programs since 2002. Our highly skilled workforce of ISA-Certified Arborists and Utility Specialists provide accurate, timely, and relevant data used to make corrective actions to promote cost-effective reliability and meet regulatory requirements.

If you are an energetic professional who enjoys working outdoors and values the freedom of working independently this is the position for you. ISA Certified Arborist or Utility Specialist Designation required.

Responsibilities

Perform inspection on post pre-inspection and post tree-trimming work
Check tree for hazard or danger potential
Document information for utility's vegetation management program
Perform duties in a manner that will promote and maintain good public relations
Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Must have solid tree identification skills and the ability to read maps
Must have exceptional written and verbal communication skills, strong problem solving abilities, the ability to multi-task and an attention to detail
Must be able to work alone, outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain
Must have basic computer skills
Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Forestry, Environmental Science or a related field preferred
Experience in Forestry, Arboriculture or Horticulture a plus
ISA Certified Arborist required

Environmental

Work alone in an outdoor field environment; vehicle and foot patrol of utility power lines; remote locations as well as urban, city environment; physical demands and travel from site to site, including: walking/hiking on various surfaces including flat, dry, wet, slippery, uneven rough, steep terrain, hills and slopes; exposure to noise, dust, grease, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions.

Physical

Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a field environment; to walk, stand, sit and operate a motor vehicle for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, run, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; carry, push and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight (5 to 10 lbs); to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; ability to verbally communicate to exchange information with the public; ability to see and hear in the normal range with or without correction; operate assigned field equipment, including handheld computer, range finder, fire rakes, water backpack, shovel and traffic cones.

Job Benefits

We offer full-time employees excellent benefits including medical, dental, and group life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, a retirement plan, and more.

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