What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Compliance Program Coordinator - Herbicide position at The Davey Tree Expert Company?
Job Description
Job Description
Position Overview
We are currently looking to add a dynamic UVM Specialist to our passionate team of environmental professionals.
Job Duties
Inspect distribution utility right-of-ways and access to Right-of-Way (ROW) areas, for compliance with state clearance standards. Identify needed tree and brush control work and provide information to line-clearance crews. Document work using hand-held computer. Notify property owners of pending work on their property. Audit work completed by contractors. Discuss and negotiate line-clearance crew access issues. Special projects as assigned. Must be willing to work nights, weekends, holidays, and storms as needed.
Qualifications
Education and Qualifications :
An individual must be able to perform each essential job duty consistently and satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.
- Previous experience successfully working as Utility Vegetation Management Technician or equivalent experience in the industry will be required.
- Professional or Collegiate Practical Tree Work Experience (including Collegiate Climbing Classes, Forestry Club Operations, Production Climber, Groundsman, or Lift Operator, etc).
- Proficiency with local Tree Identification and Tree Physiology.
- ISA Certified Arborist or ability to obtain in 6-12 months. Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License.
- Current Driver’s License and Driving Record in good standing.
- Proficient working knowledge of computers. Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint.
Additional Information
What We Offer :
Company Overview
DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.
Divisional Overview
POSITION : Environmental Compliance Program Coordinator
TYPE : Full-Time
POSITION LOCATIONS : Southern California Including : Los Angeles, Riverside, Ventura, Orange, San Bernardino Counties, as well as Eastern California Including Tulare, Inyo, and Mono Counties
At Davey Resource Group, Inc., a Davey Company, our job is to help our clients provide a safe and reliable power source through proper vegetation management practices.
Do you want a career working outdoors?
Do you care about sustainability?
Do you want a career with stability and growth opportunities?
The Davey Resource Group (DRG) is currently hiring an Environmental Compliance Program Coordinator to work with a major electric transmission system and coordinate with environmental contractors to address client vegetation management needs.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
Developing, conducting, and ensuring annual environmental orientation and training completion for DRG employees
Implementing, maintaining, evaluating, and investigating the effectiveness of the Environmental Compliance Plan
Providing technical knowledge and explaining environmental regulations
Conveying Environmental Handbook expectations, permit measures, standard environmental requirements, and site-specific environmental requirements to DRG employees
Interfacing with SCE regarding environmental performance, incident investigation and general
communications, orientations, and resources associated with environmental compliance
Performing field observations to assess DRG procedures and controls are meeting the
environmental compliance requirements
Preparing supplemental environmental training and awareness content to support environmental compliance refreshers, knowledge-checks, sharing lessons-learned, etc.
Supporting schedulers and applicators with providing guidance, coordination with Utility Clients, and assurance that work is scheduled with required environmental pre-activity surveys, monitors, agency notifications, and other environmental requirements
Adhere to all federal, state and safety best management practices for vegetation management adjacent to energized facilities
Safely operate 4x4 vehicle
Up to 25% overnight travel required
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :
Two or four year degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, or related field
Three years of experience in environmental compliance and auditing
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS :
Experience developing and conducting training programs
Ability to conduct biological surveys for bird, insect, mammal, and reptile communities
Ability to identify riparian areas and watersheds
Preferred one year experience working around high voltage electrical utility power systems
Preferred one year experience in herbicide applications or weed control and vegetation removal
Ability to identify various biological communities within California
Knowledge of safety requirements regarding herbicide application / vegetation removal practices around substations, communication sites, utility Right of Way and near high voltage equipment
Knowledge of state and federal regulations regarding chemical applications
Knowledge of applicable OSHA vegetation safety standards, FAC-003 requirements, FERC / NERC Standards and requirements as they relate to the transmission utility industry.
WHAT WE OFFER :
28-32 per hour (Dependent on experience and professional certifications)
Company Vehicle and Fuel Card
Company Cell Phone
Paid time off and paid holidays
Opportunities for advancement
All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
Opportunities to work on a variety of projects in various locations
401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
Group Health Plan
Employee referral bonus program
The Davey Institute provides personal and professional development opportunities
Employee Scholarship for AS degree in Environmental Management
Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
Charitable matching gift program
Company paid professional certifications and continuing education
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION : At Davey, our values are our compass and core to everything we do. Davey Resource Group values itself on Safety, Integrity, Expertise, Leadership, Stewardship, and Perseverance. Pre-employment drug screen and Social Security Number verification required. The Davey Tree Expert Company and DRG are Equal Opportunity Employers.
Salary : $28 - $32
