Alana Paul

Estimating Arborist

• Coordinated between PG&E's maintenance and compliance department, customers, and tree crews to plan and schedule vegetation work necessary for upgraded facilities, adhering to tight deadlines.
• Worked on PG&E's vegetation tags: inspected trees for safety and compliance, communicated findings to customers, prescribed necessary tree work, scheduled work, confirmed completion, and closed out tags.
• Organized vegetation work for large-scale system hardening projects, working with planners to ensure compliance with future power equipment.
• Maintained positive relationships with colleagues and customers, creating a fun and productive work environment by inspiring collaboration and creative problem-solving, while juggling shifting priorities and deadlines, and de-escalating concerned customer situations to ensure an uninterrupted workflow.
• Utilized OneVM, VMPI2, Excel, and SAP.

• Worked on various PG&E projects, including CEMA, Routine, and EA.
• Assessed trees for health, defects, and grow in potential, adjusting for species specific risk profiles and growth rates.
• Exceeded production goals while making proper customer contacts, and maintaining compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards.
• Trained new staff on inspection procedures and best practices.

• Performed all aspects of residential and commercial tree work.
• Communicated with clients to discuss tree care options and services.
• Led the team in daily operations, including many technical removals.
• Identified tree species, and inspected for health and safety.
• Answered inquiries and complaints from the public related to sick, damaged, or hazardous trees and shrubs.
• Facilitated safety meetings specific to daily worksite hazards.
• Supervised daily site operations and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
• Trained new workers on tools, equipment, and safe work practices.