Expert Quality (Evaluator) Specialist

Job Title
Expert Quality (Evaluator) Specialist
Job ID
27733020
Location
Oroville, CA, 95965 
Other Location
Description
OMS Field Services is looking for an Expert Quality Specialist to work in our clients Vegetation Management program. Specialist will proctor VM Assessments. Qualification assessments will focus on a specific area of skill/knowledge including, but not limited to, any task(s) preformed within vegetation management work may involve chainsaw use, tree felling, climbing, & cutting aloft, limbing & bucking, and use of aerial lift. Business conduct must occur in accordance with OMS policies and procedures and be aligned with the goals of OMS.

Essential Functions:
  • Mentors and provides expertise during the performance and administration of initial and subsequent complex and non-routine Assessments, written or computer-based assessment and field observations of knowledge and skills including new and/or difficult skills and techniques, working independently.
  • Mentors and provides expertise for the preparation of employees for the entire qualification process, both written/computer testing and field observation, through effective communication and tail boarding. Ensures employees understand the purpose and process.
  • Mentors the sharing of outcomes, observations, trends, gaps and issues with direct supervisor, the employee's supervisor and/or manager that contribute to the development and implementation of mitigating strategies as needed.
  • Mentors the addressing of gaps and issues identified to improve Assessments, coaching tools, process, and/or materials.
  • Mentors and provides expertise regarding the assessment processes are followed and qualification records are maintained in compliance with assessment program requirements.
  • Provides expertise for the enhancement of new assessment/qualification tests and processes. Collaborates with stakeholder groups to ensure appropriate process/asset recommendations are being implemented and maintained.
  • Mentors the training of new qualifications specialists (company and/or contractor).
  • Maintains and calibrates equipment and props.
  • Operate heavy equipment including but not limited to skid steer loader, telehandler, and excavator for purpose of constructing and resetting assessments.
  • Ability to perform an aerial rescue.
  • Serve as AED Coordinator.
  • Other duties as assigned by OMS or the client.

Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Any technical or continued education in related field. (Forestry, Utility Vegetation Management and/or Logging)
  • CPR/First Aid
  • OSHA 30 Hour
  • Certified Treecare Safety Professional (CTSP) or Consulting Utility Forester Safety Professional (CUFSP)
  • Certified Arborist or other International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Credential.
  • Electric Hazard Awareness Program (EHAP)
  • Five (5) years of experience in the arboriculture industry
  • Three (3) years’ experience as a field safety observer, foreman or trainer.
  • Five (5) years performing work relevant to safety or operational assessments.
  • Required to maintain a Class C driver’s license, including participating in Employer Pull Notice Program (EPN), with DMV.
  • Conduct a background check, drug screening, and physical exam.
  • Approval by Client Representative.

Preferred:
  • OSHA 30 (with focus in Elec Power)
  • Training experience within the arboriculture/utility line clearance industry
  • Three (3) years heavy equipment operating experience.
  • Commercial Driver’s License.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Competencies:
  • Expertise in technical discipline for which incumbent is providing assessments.
  • Strong knowledge in technical discipline for which incumbent is providing assessments.
  • Thorough understanding of specific work methods and procedures, including all safety practices.
  • Training experience within the arboriculture/utility line clearance industry.
  • Customer service skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to effectively coach and provide feedback.
  • Leadership and collaboration skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SAP skills.
  • Knowledge of OSHA Logging Regulations, ANSI Z133 Standards and PG&E Safe Work Practices
  • Can personally pass assessments with competent or proficient level.
  • Can perform assessments on others.
Working Conditions: 
Environmental Factors:  Indoor and outdoor conditions; exposure to heat, cold, potentially hazardous chemicals, toxic materials; work on/walk on slippery or uneven and potentially mountainous terrain.  Noise level is usually moderate. Physical Demands:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, stand, walk for extended periods of time, walk long distances, sit during extended periods of time, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  Ability to perform tasks during a typical 8 + hour workday
 

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Overtime
Work Location: In-person
 
Pay Range
$31.73   Hourly to $53.40   Hourly

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