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Utility Vegetation Management Planner

Utility Vegetation Management Planner

KALEIDOSCOPE SUPPLY SERVICES LLCSacramento, CA, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Job Opening : Utility Vegetation Management Planner

Location : Sacramento, CA (1 opening)

Pay : $25–$28 / hr. (based on experience)

Type : Full-Time | Field-Based

About the Opportunity

Kaleidoscope Supply Services is an administrative support services 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 a Utility Vegetation Management Planner to support a key customer territory in Sacramento (SMUD service areas).

What You’ll Do

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

Primary Responsibilities :

  • 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.

Minimum Requirements :

  • 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.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • 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.
  • Experience with Traffic Control permitting and setups.
  • Experience with MUTCD application.
  • Experience with State and Local Municipalities for Traffic Control Permitting.
  • Experience with supervising Traffic Control Crews
  • Why Join Us?

  • Competitive pay with advancement potential.
  • Work indoors and outdoors with autonomy and impact.
  • Contribute to essential public safety and utility reliability.
  • Competitive health benefits and SIMPLE IRA (with company match).
  • Join us in making a visible impact on environmental and vegetation management projects in California!

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