Utility Vegetation Management Planner
Full Time • San Jose (2), Sacramento (1)
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Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Company car
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
Job Opening: 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
Pay: $25–$35/hr. (based on experience)
Type: Full-Time | Field-Based
About the Opportunity
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).
What You’ll Do
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.
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.
Why Join Us?
· 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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Kaleidoscope Supply Services
Join us as we pave the way for a brighter future in energy and utilities.
Kaleidoscope Supply Services LLC is a provider of materials and services in the energy and utility industry. With over 50 years of experience in the investor-owned utility generation, transmission, and distribution sectors, our team brings expertise and insight to every project.
Throughout the years, we have navigated the ever-evolving landscape of energy infrastructure, adapting to technological advancements, regulatory changes, and industry trends. Our understanding of the complexities involved enables us to deliver practical solutions and maintain customer satisfaction. We focus on supplying essential materials and providing specialized services to help our clients succeed in a constantly changing environment.
Mission
Mission
To lead the way in the energy and utility industry with innovative solutions and unwavering commitment to safety, reliability, and customer service. We empower business partners and drive positive change in the energy and utility landscape.
Vision
At Kaleidoscope, we envision a future where reliable energy is readily available. As a materials and services provider in the energy and utility industries, we strive to remain at the forefront of this transformation, identifying solutions that drive us towards a more sustainable future.
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