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ACRT Pacific

Vegetation Management Inspector - ISA (1 - Year) | Grass Valley, CA

ACRT Pacific, Grass Valley, California, United States, 95949

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Vegetation Management Inspector – ISA (1‑Year) ACRT Pacific, LLC

– Grass Valley, CA Full‑time Regular

Description Enjoy working outdoors? ACRT Pacific is seeking energetic entry‑level professionals who enjoy working outdoors. This full‑time opportunity is for individuals looking to gain forestry experience. Candidates should have a background in forestry, horticulture, arboriculture, biology, environmental studies, conservation, or related disciplines.

Staff Requirements

Active ISA Arborist certification

Class C driver’s license

One year experience as a VMI or equivalent on a utility contract

Must reside within 50 miles of Grass Valley, CA

Duties & Responsibilities

Perform circuit patrols in accordance with VM plan and standards.

Identify required tree work along PG&E rights‑of‑way and prescribe needed actions.

Document inspections and ensure they meet applicable standards.

Notify property owners/agencies and obtain authorizations for work.

Coordinate activities of assigned tree clearance crews.

Assist in submitting inspection results and recommendations.

Act as liaison between clients, tree crews, and customers.

Basic Responsibilities

Patrol transmission circuits and prescribe tree work to meet a minimum one‑year compliance period.

Assess trees for trimming or removal based on hazard potential.

Maintain compliance with PG&E vegetation management standards.

Operate hand‑held devices for data entry and reporting.

Support emergency response and outage investigations as needed.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.

Required to maintain a Class C driver’s license.

One year experience as a VMI or equivalent.

Active ISA Arborist certification.

Preferred Qualifications

2‑year or 4‑year college degree in a related field.

Required Skills

Identify local trees and understand growth rates.

Use company software systems.

Work in rugged terrain and inclement weather.

Read and follow maps.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Dependable, independent, and able to manage time effectively.

Positive attitude and customer‑service orientation.

Position Details

Title: Vegetation Management Inspector (1 Year)

Alternate Title: VMI – 1

Reports to: Operations Manager

Division: Operations

Department: Operations

Base Compensation: $43.26 per hour

FLSA: Non‑Exempt

Bargaining Role: Yes

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Engineering and Information Technology

Industries Utilities

EEO Statement We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at

hr@acrtinc.com .

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