Raminder Sandhu
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Vegetation management professional, that has worked in the field for 20+ years Supporting PG&E and Southern California Edison (SCE) in Vegetation management. Developed an atmosphere of excellence and safety- focus with my crews as well as co-workers. Pursuing an opportunity where I can further develop my career, as well as share my knowledge and experience with a team of individuals and contractors
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Specialist
Southern California Edison SCE
Tulare, California
08.2022 - Current
- Support the Drought Resolution Initiative (DRI) Program throughout the Tulare (#51) District.
- Conduct safety audits of the tree crews on both compliance and DRI/HTMP work to ensure adherence to safe work practices.
- Support line clearance operations and provide district support in the Tulare (#51) district.
- Conduct quality control inspections and verification of tree trimming work to ensure that they meet G.O #95 Rule #35, PRC #4292, PRC #4293, and ANSI A300 standards.
- Coordinate compliance work as well as provide education of the new DVMP tree trimming scope and work with customers.
- Attend and provide support at numerous Community Outreach meeting throughout the San Joaquin Region
- Assisted on several Storm/Fire restoration efforts.
- Currently a SP on a DA as a SSP for district 51 South
Contract SSP
Southern California Edison
Tulare, California
07.2019 - 08.2022
- Support the Drought Resolution Initiative (DRI) Program throughout the Tulare (#51) District.
- Conduct safety audits of the tree crews on both compliance and DRI/HTMP work to ensure adherence to safe work practices.
- Support line clearance operations and provide district support in the Tulare (#51) district.
- Conduct quality control inspections and verification of tree trimming work to ensure that they meet G.O #95 Rule #35, PRC #4292, PRC #4293, and ANSI A300 standards.
- Coordinate compliance work as well as provide education of the new DVMP tree trimming scope and work with customers.
- Attend and provide support at numerous Community Outreach meeting throughout the San Joaquin Region
- Assisted on Fire Restoration Efforts on the SQF Castle Fire, French Fire, and Windy Fire
Lead Patrolman District 53, 58
Utility Tree Service
Bishop, California
09.2015 - 07.2019
- Supervised 4 to 5 Patrolman on Drought Resolution Initiative (DRI) Program and Bark Beetle Program.
- Ensured all circuits were completed via 120-day turnaround.
- Identified and documented Dead, Dying, and Diseased trees.
- Completed and verified all Control Sheets were completed to Company Standard.
- Completed Quality Control (QC) sign offs.
- EDUCATION AND TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS
- Customer education and coordination of removal work
Education
High School Diploma -
South High School
Bakersfield, CA06-1986
Skills
- Proficient with DRI Fulcrum Application and LIDAR data points
- Proficient in Punjabi Speaking
- Leadership Skills and personal development and empowerment
- Self-starter and self-reliant
- Quick leaner
- Public Communications
Certification
Class A Commercial License with Medical Card
Timeline
Specialist
Southern California Edison SCE
08.2022 - Current
Contract SSP
Southern California Edison
07.2019 - 08.2022
Lead Patrolman District 53, 58
Utility Tree Service
09.2015 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
South High School