Nicholas Passaglia
Rocklin,CA
Summary
To obtain full-time employment in the Vegetation Management Industry.
Forward-thinking VMI possessing positive outlook and strong work ethic. Bringing 8 years of hands-on experience in the Utility Industry approving incoming materials by confirming specifications and conducting visual and measurement tests. Certified in the Utility Industry paired with in-depth knowledge of assembly processes and production standards. Recognized as excellent resource dedicated to improving operational efficiency and effectiveness.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vegetation Management Inspector (VMI)
Coleman Environmental Engineering
08.2024 - Current
- PARK FIRE 2024
- P1 Patrol;
- - TREE RISK ASSESSMENT; HAZARDOUS TREES/FIRE DAMAGED TREES
- - LEVEL 1 LIMITED VISUAL ASSESSMENT. Any and all Visual Fire Damage to Trees.
- - LEVEL 2 BASIC ASSESSMENT. DETAILED VISUAL INSPECTION of surrounding site and potential targets (UTILITY LINES)
- - LEVEL 3 ADVANCED ASSESSMENT. Detailed information gathered about any HAZARDOUS/FIRE DAMAGED TREES that had the Potential to Damage Utilities, TARGETS, BURN & SCORCH RATIO INFO, as well as SITE CONDITIONS.
- Routine Patrol;
- - TREE RISK ASSESSMENT; Inspected and Prescribed Tree Work Within Minimum Approach Distance (MAD)
- 2nd Patrol
- - TREE RISK ASSESSMENT; Inspected and Prescribed Tree Work Within Minimum Approach Distance (MAD) which may have been missed during ROUTINE PATROL.
- APPLICATIONS
- - LEMUR
- - FIELD SERVICE
- Detailed Understanding of Functionality of Both was necessary for Data Input and Recording Information about the Trees, Targets, and Site Conditions.
- Responsibilities
- - ASSESS RISK of Fire Damaged Trees near Utility Lines
- - Inspect Fire Damaged Trees / Hazardous Trees near PG&E’s Utility Lines
- - Inspect and Prescribe Tree Work
Senior Vegetation Management Inspector (SVMI)
Coleman Environmental Engineering
08.2024 - Current
- Identified hazardous trees with strike potential to Utility facilities.
- Performed Level 1 & Level 2 Basic Assessments on all trees with strike potential.
- Utilized tracking applications, Lemur and Salesforce inputting and organizing data.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Top Climber
Wright Tree Service
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Responsibilities
- - Read work orders, ASSESS target trees as well as surrounding areas, COMPREHEND work orders and prescriptions, as well as work to be performed.
- - BASIC ASSESSMENTS - Detailed Visual Inspections
- - CEMA TREES / STORM WORK
- - TREE RISK ASSESSMENT; HAZARDOUS TREES w LEVEL 3 ADVANCED ASSESSMENT. Inspecting the TREE UNION, TREE BASE, TREE BRANCHES & TOP OF TREE to make sure work is safe to perform.
- - TREE RISK MANAGEMENT; Installation of Tree Support Systems like “Cabling” in order to mitigate failure risk.
- - Inspected work area & surroundings to make sure it is safe to perform work.
- - Collectively formulate a game plan on how to perform work. (This includes creating a clear drop zone should there be any hazards which can be physically moved out of the drop zone area).
- - Check gear and begin to climb.
- - If there is bucket truck access, we would boom up and trim the tree or piece the tree out, depending on the prescription.
- - If the work order is a removal and the surroundings permit a safe drop zone, I fall the tree using the (5) five step tree felling plan, then lop and scatter or chip the brush, cut up the wood into moveable pieces or leave it long to be hauled off with a grapple truck, depending again on the work order and what customer prefers.
Marsh Habitat Developer
Live Oak Gun Club
05.2004 - 01.2024
- Responsibilities
- - Habitat Development
- - Brushing duck blinds
- - Cut, store and plant approximately 10,000 willow trees per year.
- - Act as groundskeeper, maintenance man, equipment operator; such as backhoe, dump trucks, skid steer etc.
- - Along with all of the work responsibilities, I am also a crew lead. I ran a crew of approximately five young men during blind brushing season (summer). - During hunting season my role will switch to hunting guide.
- - My job is to ensure a successful and safe hunt for the members and their guests.
Climber
A & E Arborists Tree Care
11.2018 - 09.2022
- Roles
- - Climber
- - Foreman
- - Supervisor
- Responsibilities
- - Read, assess and understand work orders and prescriptions, as well as work to be performed.
- - ASSESS HAZARDOUS TREES, as well as the surrounding area to make sure it is safe to perform work.
- - TREE RISK MANAGEMENT
- - Collectively formulate a game plan on how to perform tree work based on the Assessment.
- - Check gear and begin to climb or should there be bucket truck access, we would boom up and trim or remove the tree by RIGGING it out with ropes and pulleys.
- - If the work order is a removal and the surroundings permit a safe drop zone, the tree can be felled by using the (5) FIVE STEP TREE FELLING PLAN.
Education
Associate of Science -
California State University Chico
Chico, CA01-2011
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Butte Community College
Durham, CA01-2009
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Marysville High School
Marysville, CA01-2005
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Faith Christian School
Yuba City, CA01-2000
Skills
- Arboriculture
- Drawing interpretation
- Evidence collection
- Data collection
- Organizational skills
- Proficient at Excel
- Communication
Certification
- - EHAP Certified
- - CPR, AED Certified
- ISA scheduled 4/25/26
- - OSHA 30 general
- - Interagency Emergency Equipment Operator
- - State Fire Training
- - SMUD Safety Training
Timeline
Vegetation Management Inspector (VMI)
Coleman Environmental Engineering
08.2024 - Current
Senior Vegetation Management Inspector (SVMI)
Coleman Environmental Engineering
08.2024 - Current
Top Climber
Wright Tree Service
10.2022 - 01.2024
Climber
A & E Arborists Tree Care
11.2018 - 09.2022
Marsh Habitat Developer
Live Oak Gun Club
05.2004 - 01.2024
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Butte Community College
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Marysville High School
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Faith Christian School
Associate of Science -
California State University Chico
Fires Worked
- - CAMP FIRE - 2018
- - MENDOCINO COMPLEX FIRE - 2018
- - CZU FIRE - 2020
- - DIXIE - 2021
- - PARK FIRE - 2024