Line Clearance Notifier II or III

Job ID 16855Department Vegetation ManagementEmployment Status RegularTypeFull Time - Hourly# of Openings 2Union ClassificationUnion IBEWWork LocationOffice HybridJob LocationEverett, Washington (US-WA)Closing Date09/25/2026Salary/Wage $41.48 or 47.12 per hour

Posting Information

The District is hiring at level II or III Line Clearance Notifier.

Job Definition

Notifies District customers of the intent to do tree trimming and removal. Obtains customer permission and maintains detailed records of correspondence with customers. Research real estate records to identify and locate legal owners. Marks trees for removal by in-house and contract crews. Reports to the Vegetation Management Superintendent and receive direction from the Vegetation Management Line Clearance Coordinators.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This position is a step progression position with time requirements and/or certification requirements. Progression to Level II does not require a bid, but it is contingent upon meeting time requirements in the classification and/or obtaining ISA Arborist Certification. Progression to Level III is contingent upon obtaining required Arborist certification and meeting time requirements at Level II. Progression to level IV requires 24 months at Level III at the District. Incumbents at Level IV are given the title of Arborist. Incumbents are required to advance successfully to the Line Clearance Notifier Level III within two (2) years.

The District may post a bid for this classification at any Level. Applicants and bidders will be required to successfully complete a joint collaborative interview process. The interview team will be comprised of an equal number of management and represented members. Represented members for the interview team will be by selection of the IBEW. The interview process will not apply when an employee moves from one level to the next higher level.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Experience:

Level I:

• Two (2) years' customer service experience in a related industry
• Certified Flagger Card or ability to obtain one in the first six months of employment
• Defensive Driving Certificate or ability to obtain one in first six months of employment
• First Aid Card or ability to obtain one in first six months of employment

Level II:

• Meeting Education/Experience of Level I
• Six (6) months experience performing Line Clearance notification in an electric utility or ISA certified Arborist

Level III:

• Six (6) months' experience performing Line Clearance notification
• ISA certified Arborist

Level IV (LCN/Arborist):

• 24 months experience at the District performing Line Clearance III

Level V

• Must obtain a Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ)
  • If obtained at Level III and meets qualifications of Level IV, can move directly to Level V

You can find the full job description for this position, including responsibilities, additional qualifications, and working conditions on the following pages: Line Clearance Notifier Arborist

Benefits

In addition to a competitive compensation program, Snohomish County PUD #1 offers a comprehensive benefits package. Employees and eligible dependents may enroll in medical, dental, vison, core term life insurance, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, voluntary term life, flexible spending accounts, health savings account and retirement benefits (including PERS pension, 401(k), and a 457 plan). The Snohomish County PUD also provides a generous paid family and medical leave program, an employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, paid time off benefits starting at 20 days a year, plus 11 paid holidays and one floating holiday. For more information on our benefits package please visit www.snopud.com/benefitoverview.