TSU
Job Summary
As a Safety Observer, you will be responsible for implementing, monitoring, and assisting in creating safety programs within the vegetation management & tree trimming industry. Duties will be performed within the minimum approach distance of energized utility lines and critical infrastructure.
Supervisor Duties No
Pay $37.00/hr - $45.00/hr
Responsibilities and Requirements
Work within a safety team to complete tasks and program requirements
Assist the Safety Supervisor or Manager as required
Assist in creating documents and training for company safety programs and policies
Implement and monitor company safety programs and policies
Present trainings, briefings, and presentations.
Maintain requirements and certification to work within the minimum approach distance of energized utility lines
Maintain knowledge of applicable OSHA, ANSI, and vendor safety requirements
Assist when required by the Safety Supervisor, Safety Manager, or Management in conducting investigations (root cause analysis), notifications and creating reports of safety incidents or violations
Attend incident, safety and investigation meetings as required
Coach crews on safety practices and when safety violations are identified. Write up safety violations are required.
Maintain knowledge of safe tree trimming and vegetation management practices
Maintain knowledge of safe heavy equipment operations
Conduct in the field assessments of crews, equipment, and procedures
Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on safety programs, training, and evaluations as needed
Conduct risk assessments and apply mitigation techniques
Utilize safety software and programs to report and track compliance with vendor, state, and federal requirements.
Conduct trend analysis of industry and company safety incidents and violations
Must be able to work outdoors, year-round in varying environments
Must be able to work in, around and amongst poisonous plants and noxious vegetation
Other tasks as required
Probationary Period
90-day probation period
Travel
This position is expected to travel to project sites and locations within California (Operating Area)
Work Environment While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to extreme heat and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Equal Opportunity TSU is an Equal Opportunity and Affiantive Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.
E-Verify: We comply with Federal law by verifying employment eligibility.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma
Experience: 3-5 years of experience in Utility line clearance and Right-of-Way (ROW) vegetation management operations
ISA Certified Arborist or ISA Certified Utility Arborist (ISA)
Certified Tree Safety Professional (CTSP)
OSHA 30
Bilingual in Spanish highly desired
Valid Driver License
Preferred Qualifications/Education
Qualified Applicator License (QAL)
Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC)
Associates Degree
Bachelor's Degree
TRAQ Certification
Bilingual in Spanish highly desired
Commercial Driver License: Class A or B
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Knowledge of tree trimming, vegetation management and forestry industries
Knowledge of tree trimming, climbing, equipment and techniques within utility ROW industry
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to lead teams dispersed across large geographic areas
Ability to operate light equipment: chainsaw, blowers, chippers, pole pruners.
Ability to operate heavy equipment.
Ability to utilize technology to complete duties and tasks
Knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PDF's, and PowerPoint
Knowledge of OSHA, ANSI and applicable safety requirements related to tree trimming
Knowledge of OSHA, ANSI and applicable safety requirements related to equipment operations
Knowledge of safety requirements related to commercial on-highway vehicles
Ability to motivate self and others
Ability to think critically
Ability to resolve conflicts
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Supervisor Duties No
Pay $37.00/hr - $45.00/hr
Responsibilities and Requirements
Work within a safety team to complete tasks and program requirements
Assist the Safety Supervisor or Manager as required
Assist in creating documents and training for company safety programs and policies
Implement and monitor company safety programs and policies
Present trainings, briefings, and presentations.
Maintain requirements and certification to work within the minimum approach distance of energized utility lines
Maintain knowledge of applicable OSHA, ANSI, and vendor safety requirements
Assist when required by the Safety Supervisor, Safety Manager, or Management in conducting investigations (root cause analysis), notifications and creating reports of safety incidents or violations
Attend incident, safety and investigation meetings as required
Coach crews on safety practices and when safety violations are identified. Write up safety violations are required.
Maintain knowledge of safe tree trimming and vegetation management practices
Maintain knowledge of safe heavy equipment operations
Conduct in the field assessments of crews, equipment, and procedures
Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on safety programs, training, and evaluations as needed
Conduct risk assessments and apply mitigation techniques
Utilize safety software and programs to report and track compliance with vendor, state, and federal requirements.
Conduct trend analysis of industry and company safety incidents and violations
Must be able to work outdoors, year-round in varying environments
Must be able to work in, around and amongst poisonous plants and noxious vegetation
Other tasks as required
Probationary Period
90-day probation period
Travel
This position is expected to travel to project sites and locations within California (Operating Area)
Work Environment While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to extreme heat and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Equal Opportunity TSU is an Equal Opportunity and Affiantive Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.
E-Verify: We comply with Federal law by verifying employment eligibility.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma
Experience: 3-5 years of experience in Utility line clearance and Right-of-Way (ROW) vegetation management operations
ISA Certified Arborist or ISA Certified Utility Arborist (ISA)
Certified Tree Safety Professional (CTSP)
OSHA 30
Bilingual in Spanish highly desired
Valid Driver License
Preferred Qualifications/Education
Qualified Applicator License (QAL)
Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC)
Associates Degree
Bachelor's Degree
TRAQ Certification
Bilingual in Spanish highly desired
Commercial Driver License: Class A or B
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Knowledge of tree trimming, vegetation management and forestry industries
Knowledge of tree trimming, climbing, equipment and techniques within utility ROW industry
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to lead teams dispersed across large geographic areas
Ability to operate light equipment: chainsaw, blowers, chippers, pole pruners.
Ability to operate heavy equipment.
Ability to utilize technology to complete duties and tasks
Knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PDF's, and PowerPoint
Knowledge of OSHA, ANSI and applicable safety requirements related to tree trimming
Knowledge of OSHA, ANSI and applicable safety requirements related to equipment operations
Knowledge of safety requirements related to commercial on-highway vehicles
Ability to motivate self and others
Ability to think critically
Ability to resolve conflicts
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