Irene Armstrong
Project Manager at Santa Clara County FireSafe Council- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Wildland Fire Assessment Program
National Volunteer Fire CouncilJun, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Tree Risk Assessment Qualification
International Society of ArboricultureJul, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Certified Arborist
International Society of ArboricultureApr, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Standard First Aid, CPR and AED
American Red CrossApr, 2021- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Santa Clara County FireSafe Council
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United States
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Environmental Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Project Manager
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Jun 2021 - Present
In this role as a Hazardous Fuel Reduction Project Manager I've gained ample experience executing vegetation management projects from start to finish. This role required the review hazardous fuel reduction project parameters as defined in our funding agreements, community wildfire protection plan, and new project proposals. I assist with biologic reviews in cooperation with our agency partners, write bid requests and evaluate proposals, and select contractors or specify conservation crews as appropriate. To successfully complete a project I am required to schedule vegetation treatment, monitor work and guide crew supervisors. This ensure compliance with prescribed treatments, safety protocols, environmental mitigation measures and other project elements. I pay close attention to keep project timelines and budgets proceeding for deadline completion and prepare post-project reports. Show less
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Davey Resource Group, Inc.
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Database Management Specialist
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Mar 2021 - Jun 2021
Contracted to Pacific Gas & Electric for Vegetation Management in the San Francisco and Peninsula divisions allowed my position to follow pre-established procedures and guidelines and be an integral part of day to day operations. Gather, review and relay data,trends and information to clients, management and staff. Run reports, query and analyze existing database for outliers, customer information and productivity. This required skills to summarize large amounts of information into concise deliverables. Generate work requests and facilitate employee work planning between inspector company, tree crew company, client, and customers. Update project dates and status and support client with any additional clerical duties. Identify schedule attainment goals, track schedule and productivity and manage project deadlines. Strong skills in Windows and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook) and basic computer applications, impeccable organization and planning skills and attention to detail, excellent communication and writing skills Show less
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Estimating Arborist
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Nov 2020 - Mar 2021
Patrol, identify, and prescribe required tree trimming and tree/brush removal work needed to build or re-construct electrical facilities. Maintain positive customer relations while communicating tree work requirements to utility customers and to public agencies. Maintain direct contact and a positive working relationships with local estimating land and work resource planners, general construction crews, and other utility personnel. Coordinate tree work within construction scheduled timelines. Work with Vegetation Program Managers to communicate and educate estimators, job owners, project managers, and construction crews on the Vegetation Management Dependency Process. Provide a cost estimate to local land and resource planners, project managers, and construction crew for purchase order preparation. Work with estimators, job owners, project managers, and construction teams to help coordinate any permitting required. Show less
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Consulting Utility Forester
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Jan 2020 - Nov 2020
Secured compliance and regulation enforcement of environmental laws and programs through permitting circuits on Getacs using Vegetation Management for Pre-Inspectors (VMPI), Collector, and ArcGIS; logged 300 square miles of treeline and brush breaking ensuring PG&E’s compliance to high voltage power lines. Completed self-assessments, audits, inspections, investigations, and enforcement; produced corrective action activities using scopes included in Enhanced Vegetation Management (EVM), Routine, Mid Cycle, and Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) patrolling.Worked with a team to efficiently complete projects for Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E). Maintained communication with Supervising Consulting Utility Forester for quality work and safety protocols. Show less
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ERM
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United Kingdom
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Business Consulting and Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Consulting Utility Forester
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Jul 2019 - Jan 2020
This position involved advising on, managing, supervising, or performing administrative or program work relating to wildfire prevention. This position required specialized knowledge of the principles and methods of administering Enhanced Vegetation Management scope of work and the laws and regulations related to these activities. Interacted with PG&E customers for tree inspection appointments, tree trimming timelines, and information on safety awareness. Grew knowledge of tree growth and diseases of native species to California, using ESRI products like Survey123 to analyze tree species and strike likelihood based off the various factors of the surrounding environment. Show less
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Angry Crab Shack
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United States
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Restaurants
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1 - 100 Employee
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Server
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Nov 2016 - Jul 2019
Providing the best service for guest eating at the restaurant by explaining the menu, providing the proper tools, and keeping the restaurant clean. I was responsible for handling money, which implies charging for the correct weight of seafood and providing change. Providing the best service for guest eating at the restaurant by explaining the menu, providing the proper tools, and keeping the restaurant clean. I was responsible for handling money, which implies charging for the correct weight of seafood and providing change.
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The Arboretum at Flagstaff
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Flagstaff, Arizona Area
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Public Programs Intern
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Jun 2018 - Jun 2019
Lead field trips for all age groups which required knowledge about the ecosystem and native plants around the Colorado Plateau. Engaged the students with activities and providing information they can take away with them after their visit to The Arboretum. Researched information on temperature monitoring and solar panel use for the interpretive kiosks in the climate change exhibit. The Arboretum is part of the Southwest Experimental Garden Array (SEGA), which implies that our garden includes a 1800W solar power system. This structure aids in water pumping and powering instrumentation. Show less
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Oregano's Pizza Bistro
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United States
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Restaurants
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100 - 200 Employee
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Server
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May 2013 - Mar 2019
As a server I provided guests with exceptional customer service, was held responsible for cash payments, and as an O-Pro I trained new hires, opened new locations, and created new innovative ideas for company growth. Throughout my experience I gained customer service skills and the importance of keeping composure to create a solution. As a server I provided guests with exceptional customer service, was held responsible for cash payments, and as an O-Pro I trained new hires, opened new locations, and created new innovative ideas for company growth. Throughout my experience I gained customer service skills and the importance of keeping composure to create a solution.
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Education
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2017 - 2019
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Environmental Science -
2015 - 2017
Chandler/Gilbert Community College
Associate of Science - AS, Environmental Science
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