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Safety Observer

TSU, Cameron Park, California, United States

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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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