Board Certified Master Arborist (CUF)

Position Overview Required: ISA Board Certified Master Arborist with Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ). Travel: 50–75% overnight travel expected. Location: Sacramento, Redding, Arcata, Fresno, San Jose, San Luis Obispo, CA. Compensation: $44.00 to $48.00 per hour. Benefits Employee-Owned Company – As an ESOP, every team member has a stake in our success and shares in the rewards. Career Development Support – We invest in your growth with opportunities for certifications and continuing education. Company Vehicle for Work Use – A company-provided vehicle is available to support your daily responsibilities and job site travel. Generous Paid Time Off – Enjoy a strong PTO package from your first year, including vacation and personal wellness days. Recognized Holidays – Benefit from a comprehensive holiday schedule, including both standard and flexible days. Workwear Allowance – Annual support to help you stay safe and comfortable on the job. Wellness Incentives – Monthly reimbursement available for fitness memberships or wellness programs. Competitive Health Coverage – Access to robust medical, dental, and vision plans to support you and your family. Essential Job Duties Evaluate project data, development site plans, and other project-related technical reports. Prepare arborist reports and other technical reports related to tree and urban forest management. Develop written tree management recommendations. Present findings to decision-making bodies, project teams, and industry groups. Prepare proposals, project scopes, and budgets. Work collaboratively with project planners, engineers, biologists, GIS staff, and other resource specialists. Contact property owners & public agencies regarding pruning and/or removals. Conduct tree and brush inventories. Conduct hazard tree inspections and evaluations. Plan work for tree contractors. Gather and manage field data; including tree species, size, and distance from conductors. Analyze data and conduct project-related research. Validate data across various database systems to ensure reporting is accurate. Verify that summaries and charts accurately reflect underlying datasets. Safeguard employees and public from hazards in and around the work area. Enforce on-the-job safety practices. Carry and utilize materials, tools, and equipment at work site. Service trucks and equipment, keep trucks and other assigned equipment in a neat and orderly fashion. Knowledge, Skills & Ability Requirements Exhibit proficiency in program specifications, regulations, and standards. Superior species identification skills and invasive species knowledge, plus knowledge of tree growth rates. Ability to interact with staff and other stakeholders as required or directed. Ability to work both independently and as team. Strong verbal and written communications skills. Superior organization and time management skills. Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees and vendors. Education, Certification & Experience Requirements Certification as an International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Master Arborist with Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) required. Species identification skills and invasive species knowledge, plus knowledge of tree growth rates. Valid driver’s license with clean driving record. Ability to work independently. Strong verbal and written communications skills. Excellent customer service skills a priority. Ability to travel and work in rugged terrain and inclement weather. Proficient in map navigation skills. Experience with Microsoft Office and data collection software. Additional Desired Skills Project management. Client development experience. GIS and GPS experience. Equal Employment Opportunity Eocene Environmental Group of the West, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Eocene Environmental Group of the West, Inc.