Utility Pre-Inspector | Lake Arrowhead, CA

ACRT Pacific, LLC. Full time Regular Performs tree assessments along utility lines and submits inspection results to clients with recommendations. Plans, directs, and coordinates the activities of assigned tree clearance crews. Discusses and negotiates line-clearance crew access issues, and serves as a liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers. **Candidates must live within 50 miles of Lake Arrowhead, CA.** **Essential Duties and Responsibilities:** - Patrols distribution and/or transmission circuits and prescribes work to be performed by contract tree crews, determines when the next trim is required, notifies property owners of tree trimming and tree and brush removal work to be performed relating to client specifications, manages the issuance of work and tracks work progress, maps circuits using client continuity lists, performs outage investigations and, when necessary, obtains permits from public agencies. - Enters tree trimming and tree and brush removal prescription into hand-held computer or other similar systems, and uses computers and associated software to perform duties. - Complies with all regulatory requirements and client vegetation management standards. - May be required to participate in public presentations and meetings. - Attains certification as an Arborist through the International Society of Arboriculture within 1 year or upon eligibility - As requested by the Senior Utility Pre-Inspector or Manager, performs all necessary duties for emergency response in accordance with all safety requirements, law and regulations, and applicable labor agreements. - Makes a positive personal impression on others. Adheres to attendance policies and faithful in coming when scheduled and conforms to work hour requirements. - Conducts work in a safety-conscious manner as not to endanger themselves or others. Keeps the work area [office and/or company vehicle] neat, orderly, and professional in appearance. If applicable, ensures maintenance on company vehicles is done in a timely and efficient manner. - Other duties as required. **Equipment, environmental and safety requirements:** - Driving cars, trucks, and/or All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) - Walking on uneven ground - Exposure to excessive noise - Exposure to extremes in temperature, humidity, or wetness - Operation of foot controls or repetitive foot movement - Exposure to dust, gas, fumes, chemicals - Various forestry-related equipment, including but not limited to clinometer, range finder, logger’s tape, DBH tape and various safety-related equipment such as hard hat, safety vest, safety glasses, ear plugs, etc. **Qualifications:** - Education and Experience Requirements: - Must be 21 years of age or older - Minimum of 1 year Utility Vegetation Management (UVM) or related field - 2-year degree OR 4 years experience in arboriculture or related field in lieu of degree - Ability to identify local trees and knowledge of growth rates desired - Ability to work independently, strong verbal and written communication skills - Ability to work in rugged terrain and inclement weather - Map interpretation; preform data collection using various software platforms - Valid Driver License and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle - Basic use of Excel (sum, totals, simple formulas) and Outlook; proficient in Microsoft Word **Required Skills:** - Ability to identify local trees and knowledge of growth rates. - Ability to learn and use company- or job-specific software systems - Ability to work in rugged terrain and inclement weather. - Ability to read and follow maps. - Accountability: accepts personal responsibility for quality and timeliness of work. - Accuracy and work quality: performs work completely, correctly, and in a professional manner. - Adaptability and flexibility: meets the changing conditions and situations in work responsibilities. - Communications: possesses strong verbal and written communication skills and is able to present ideas in formal and informal…