Transmission Vegetation Management Inspector-1 Req #1080

The Transmission Vegetation Management Inspector-1 (VMI) will patrol for hazardous trees, perform identification, inspection and evaluation of trees and brush along transmission utility lines.

The Transmission VMI-1 will submit inspection results to clients with recommendations; may plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of assigned tree clearance crews; Discuss and negotiate line-clearance crew access issues; may serve as a liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• The VMI must perform circuit patrols in accordance with the annual VM plan, VM patrol standards and processes
• The VMI shall identify required tree work along the existing PG&E rights-of- way; prescribing tree work to be performed; document inspection done
• The VMI shall understand the associated scope and ensure their inspection is meeting the appliable standard
• The VMI will notify property owners/agencies when tree work will occur and obtaining any necessary authorizations from the property owners/agencies to perform the tree work
• The VMI may act as the VM contact for new business and re-construction work requested by the Energy Delivery organization
• The VMI may perform work verification inspections verifying applicable inspection and tree work completion and quality
• The VMI may perform investigation and documentation of tree-related outages and attending outage meetings as requested
• The VMI may be assigned a variety of VM Tags. When assigned perform tracking, field checking, prescribing of work, and notifying of customers associated with non- routine locations. These locations may come from Electric Corrective (EC/LC) notifications, Gas OCW notifications, Customer Care & Billing (CC&B) Cases, or as assigned. The VMI will need to assist in close out CC&B cases in the field after fielding the case
• The VMI may support emergency response such as directed by OEC, or level one operations. Such as dispatching tree crews, field checking sites, first responder stand-by agreements
• The VMI shall independently complete tasks assigned by the supervisor
• The VMI shall support oversight of vegetation projects, including field operations such as tree assessment, tree trimming, and other work as required
• The VMI shall participate in Contractor safety and tailboard meetings
• The VMI shall act as a customer relations representative on behalf of PG&E
• The VMI shall provide support and coordination between Contractors, Communities, Agencies, First Responders, and all other PG&E workgroups & stakeholders that may be involved in the successful completion of the vegetation project
• The VMI shall ensure compliance with all applicable regulations which may include, but are not limited to: Annual permits, Encroachment permits, Traffic Control Plans, railroad permits, CalTrans permits, and environmental protection measures as documented on Environmental Release to Construction
• The VMI shall be proficient in electronic devices and documentation proficiency. As assigned, completes electronic and paper- based documentation and reporting

Desired Skills / Abilities:

• Ability to work independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read and follow maps
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to identify local trees and knowledge of growth rate
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Ability to prioritize and organize paying attention to detail for accuracy
• Accountable: accepting personal responsibility
• Ability to work additional hours and days

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED AND
• Required to maintain a Class C driver’s license AND must meet one of the experience levels below

Experience / Education Requirements:

• Three (3) years experience Transmission Utility Line Clearance Inspection preferred or will consider Three (3) years experience of Utility Line Clearance Inspection AND
• One (1) year of related arboricultural experience, OR
• ISA Certified Arborist, OR
• 2-year or 4-year college degree in a related field AND
• Approval by PG&E Representative

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing outdoors
• Prolonged periods walking and hiking outdoors in a variety of terrain
• Prolonged periods of sitting and driving 4x4 truck or SUV
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds at times
• Must be able to bend, lift, stretch, climb and crawl to check equipment and buildings
• Must be able to perform work in a variety of weather conditions

Bargaining Position: Yes

Location: Sonoma County. Must live or be willing to relocate to Sonoma County by first day of employment

Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, AD&D and Term life Insurance

Company Vehicle for Business Use

Company Cell Phone

FLSA: Non-exempt Hourly

Compensation: $40.19 to $41.70 hourly

Subsistence: $50. per day worked

Per Diem: May be paid when meeting requirements