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About this Vegetation Program Lead Central Coast (PC) role at Wright Tree Service

Wright Tree Service · Onsite · San Jose, California

PROJECT DURATION: This is a temporary position lasting approximately 4 months, with the potential to extend to 6–8 months depending on workload.
 

COMPENSATION: $39.00–$45.00 per hour.
 

PER DIEM: Available for candidates traveling from out of state or outside the local area, pending review and approval. Eligible for a 7-day per diem on an approval basis. Hotel reimbursement budget: $100–$150 per night. Meal per diem: $50 per day paid via direct deposit.

TRAVEL: Depending on the project, overnight travel may be required and could account for up to 75% of work time for certain assignments. Per diem and lodging are provided when travel is required.

 

EXPLORE THE OUTDOORS. LEAD WITH PURPOSE. GROW YOUR CAREER.

At Eocene Environmental Group, Inc., we’re not just managing vegetation—we’re protecting communities, enhancing ecosystems, and supporting the safe delivery of power across diverse landscapes. As a Vegetation Program Lead, your office is the great outdoors—from city streets to remote forests. You’ll lead field teams, coordinate with utility partners, and help shape sustainable right-of-way practices.


We’re an employee-owned company committed to innovation, safety, and professional development. As we expand nationwide, we’re looking for passionate leaders ready to grow with us.

 

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions:

  • Lead vegetation management operations, contractor performance, project teams, and emergency response efforts in compliance with safety regulations and labor agreements.

  • Solve moderate to highly complex problems independently; develop new approaches to improve processes and outcomes.

  • Coordinate and support vegetation management (VM) activities, including scheduling, progress monitoring, and process improvement initiatives.

  • At the direction of the PG&E Representative clarify expectations and program direction for contractor employees.

  • Assist with customer interactions, including complaints, refusals, and access issues, as directed by the Program Manager.

  • Support agency meetings, field visits, and project management tasks (routine and non-routine).

  • Perform database “sleuthing” to identify and resolve issues.

  • Provide support to Vegetation Management Inspectors (VMIs).

  • Ensure on-site safety practices are followed and report on equipment and vehicle conditions.

  • Perform other duties as assigned by PG&E representatives or EOCW management.

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • Valid driver’s license and clean MVR

  • Degree or experience in Forestry, Arboriculture, Environmental Science, or related field

  • Leadership experience and familiarity with PG&E contractor work practices (preferred)

  • Experience with emergency response or hazard tree removal (preferred)

  • ISA Certified Arborist (preferred)

  • Strong plant ID and invasive species knowledge

  • Excellent communication and independent work skills

  • Comfortable working in rugged terrain and varying weather conditions

 

Ready to grow your career with Eocene? Apply today and help us share the future of utility Vegetation Management.

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.

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