Utility Vegetation Management Planner

Locations: San Jose, CA (2 openings) | Sacramento, CA (1 opening)
Pay: $25–$35/hr. (based on experience)
Type: Full-Time | Field-Based

We are a professional employment organization supporting a top-tier vegetation management contractor serving the electric utility industry. Our mission is to maintain safety and reliability across utility corridors while supporting wildfire prevention efforts throughout California. We’re hiring Utility Vegetation Management Planners to support key territories in San Jose and Sacramento (PG&E and SMUD service areas).

As a Planner, you'll coordinate field operations related to tree trimming and vegetation clearance around power lines. You will interact with property owners, utility partners, and crews to ensure compliance, efficiency, and safety.

·        Conduct systematic field reviews of issued work for line clearance operations.

·        Develop detailed vegetation work plans for tree pruning, removals, and herbicide applications.

·        Communicate with landowners to discuss access, schedule work, and gain necessary permissions.

·        Ensure all vegetation work complies with safety, regulatory, and utility standards.

·        Record and track progress using GIS tools and mobile platforms.

·        Liaise with customers, businesses, and government contacts on scope, access, and scheduling.

·        Navigate urban and wildland environments in all weather conditions.

·        3 years in arboriculture, horticulture, or vegetation management OR a degree (2-year or 4-year) in a related field.

·        Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

·        Proficiency with GIS, digital mapping, mobile apps, and Microsoft Excel.

·        Strong communication skills and professionalism with customer interactions.

·        Able to work independently in varied terrain and environmental conditions.

·        Reliable transportation to assigned reporting location.

·        Experience with utility vegetation management, GO95 compliance, or wildfire mitigation.

·        Certification(s): ISA Certified Arborist, Utility Specialist, TRAQ, CTSP, or OSHA-30.

·        Familiarity with PG&E or SMUD vegetation clearance standards.

·        Competitive pay with advancement potential.

·        Work outdoors with autonomy and impact.

·        Contribute to essential public safety and utility reliability.

 

Join us in making a visible impact on environmental and vegetation management projects in California!

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