Groundsperson/vegetation Tech

These are full-time, hourly positions and they are 100 percent field based. Work locations will generally be in and around Santa Barbara County, LA County, Ventura County.

Vegetation Technicians will perform a variety of vegetation management duties under the leadership of a supervisor.

**Responsibilities**:

- Execute tasks related to vegetation management
- Safely operate various small equipment including loppers, pole saws, leaf blowers, and chainsaws for maintenance purposes
- Perform routine inspection, maintenance, and cleaning of equipment, maintaining detailed logs
- Adhere strictly to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements and safety protocols
- Report any safety concerns promptly to team leads or relevant personnel, fostering a culture of open communication
- Contribute to a zero-injury environment by actively engaging in safety programs, meetings, and training sessions
- Undertake additional vegetation and maintenance duties as needed, maintaining consistent standards
- Assess clearance needs and identify exceptions as required

Daily Workflow:

- Gather for a safety briefing at the yard
- Conduct thorough checks of equipment and vehicles, documenting findings
- Travel to designated utility structures, confirming locations
- Utilize digital tools for structure assessment and documentation
- Notify customers as necessary
- Gain access to structures safely
- Inspect structures and capture required documentation digitally
- Assess vegetation compliance and update work management systems accordingly
- Perform necessary clearance around structures, documenting all work performed
- Remove excess brush and dispose of it appropriately
- Ensure accurate documentation and synchronization of records

**Requirements**:

- Ability to lift and carry weights ranging from 30 to 50 lbs.
- Reliable and committed work ethic
- Capability to work independently with mínimal supervision
- Proficiency in map reading and GPS navigation
- Willingness to travel to various job sites
- Aptitude for maintaining and operating tools and equipment effectively
- Professional demeanor and courteous behavior towards colleagues and clients
- Sound judgment and decision-making skills
- Team-oriented mindset
- Strong awareness of safety practices
- Adaptability to work in diverse weather conditions
- Effective communication skills
- Clean driving record

Qualifications/Experience

Essentials:

- Minimum age requirement of 18 years
- Valid California Driver’s License

Preferred:

- 1 year of experience in vegetation management or landscaping
- Familiarity with OSHA and ANSI standards (OSHA Certifications a plus)
- First Aid/CPR certification
- Completion of ICS-100 Introduction to ICS course
- S-130 Firefighter Training completion
- IS-700/IS700a NIMS: An introduction certification
- RT-130 Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher including fire shelter (WFSTAR) Training
- S-212 Wildland Fire Chain Saws Training

Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

- Driver's License (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Ventura, CA: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person