Vegetation Management Field Specialist - San Ramon, United States - TRC Companies, Inc.

TRC Companies, Inc.

Verified Company

San Ramon, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

About Us:
Groundbreaker. Game changer. Pioneer.

TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time.

From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.

TRC's professionals work with a broad range of commercial, industrial and government clients and the communities they serve. We deliver breakthrough solutions that address local needs - so our clients can better succeed in an ever-changing world.

Working at TRC means tackling interesting, meaningful projects. We pride ourselves on our collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial zeal and agile corporate structure.

We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

Overview:

Responsibilities:

Travel throughout Northern and Central California to conduct a wide variety of field operations.
Identify avian and plant species commonly found in the western U.S. (California).
Conduct construction monitoring/oversight.
Identify riparian areas and flag areas for access/exclusion.
Coordinate with landowners regarding access to private properties.
Monitor field crews and provide direction regarding environmental compliance.
Collect accurate data in the field and produce professional reports in the office.
Utilize GPS units and phone/tablet apps to locate work areas.
Support energy and transportation projects involving a wide array of state and federal permitting programs.
Utilize door hangers, letters, phone calls, and inperson communications using state and local health protocols for inperson meetings.
Interact with property owners to describe potential utility work within the easement areas.
Assist property owners in determining their preferences regarding removal of wood resulting from treetrimming activities.
Use GIS platforms and system maps to record the property owner communications and decisions the parties have mutually agreed upon.
Coordinate with treetrimming crews, inspectors, and property owners to convey scheduling and scope of actions to be taken.
Conduct general and protocol level aquatic wildlife surveys (e.g., Giant Garter Snake, California Tiger Salamander, Redlegged frog, fairy shrimp), rare plant surveys, as well as other diverse biological field work.
Have a working knowledge of erosion and sediment control, best management practices commonly implemented during construction, and familiarity with construction of energy and/or transportationrelated projects.
Conduct wetland delineations and functional assessments.

Qualifications:

Employees will spend most of their time in the field. Regular travel throughout Northern and Central California is required for projectbased environmental support. Short to extended stays in hotels are required.
The employee will drive to customer/client sites and walk outside during inclement weather and extreme temperatures. Work areas will occur on paved surfaces (asphalt) and unpaved surfaces such as forest, tall grass, gravel, and steep slopes.
Must be able to work up to
10 hours per day, which includes a combination of driving, standing, and walking.
Must be able to access remote locations on foot with steep inclines in adverse weather conditions.
Perform a wide range of administrative or technical tasks in an office setting. Require the ability to work under stress and to meet deadlines with a continuous, close attention to detail for accurate results.
Must be able to interact with all levels of management and to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
The employee must have a commitment to customer satisfaction and the ability to work in teamoriented environment.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus in use of computer monitor and other manual, taskrelated functions.

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Flexibility to travel.

Requirements:

1 to 3 years of experience in vegetation management, forestry, natural resources, biological, environmental and/or surveying.
Preferred ISA qualifications and certifications.
Preferred qualifications include a bachelor's degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, natural resources, or a related field.
Experience conducting general and protocol level field surveys, wetland delineations and permitting, permit compliance monitoring and/or inspections for construction projects.
Experience performing field work in California required.
Preferred knowledge with Field Maps, Google Earth, Onevizion, Collector, Pivvot, Citrix, and Fulcrum.
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