Consulting Utility Forester

ArborMetrics Solutions; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Health benefits from Day 1

401K after 3 months

Vacation accrual

Job summary

ArborMetrics is seeking a Consulting Utility Forester to work in outdoor field environments across Idaho. You will review sites for habitat and vegetation, perform field patrols, assess tree risk, and engage landowners to obtain permissions.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and customer service while supporting sustainable vegetation management. Qualified candidates have a forestry/natural resources degree, GIS/Microsoft Office skills, a valid driver’s license, and are comfortable working

Qualifications

• Degree in forestry, natural resources or related discipline.
• ISA Arborist certification is highly preferred.
• Experience in forestry, arboriculture, horticulture or tree-related green industry.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record.
• GIS software and Microsoft Office proficiency; iPhone use.

Responsibilities

• Pre-Patrol Preparation: review sites for endangered species and habitats; organize records and paperwork.
• Field Patrol Duties: safely patrol corridors, identify vegetation actions per standards; conduct Tree Risk Assessments.
• Landowner & Stakeholder Engagement: identify boundaries, obtain permissions, communicate work plans; foster community relations.
• Coordination & Safety: coordinate non-routine work; follow safety protocols; operate vehicles and travel to sites.
• Additional Responsibilities: assist with storm/emergency response; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor/Associate degree in forestry or natural resources

ISA Arborist certification preferred

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office

iPhone

Job description

Date Posted: Aug 17, 2026

Requisition Number: 7624-OTHLOC-ClrCYfw6

Salary Range: USD $25.00 - USD $37.00 (Hourly)

We are currently looking to add a Consulting Utility Forester to our team! If you are an energetic professional who enjoys working outdoors, values the freedom of working independently, enjoys a fast-paced environment and the challenges of a rewarding profession, consider a career in vegetation management withArborMetrics.

Some of the most important characteristics of an AMS Utility Forester are a desire to learn, an ability to adapt, and a commitment to engage in safe, constructive interactions with the public. You are accountable for advancing a culture of safety and excellence while providing quality and value to our customers and clients.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Industry competitive pay.
• Company vehicle with a fuel card for work purposes.
• Day 1 of Employment: Medical/Dental/Vision/VOYA/Paid Holidays/EAP (Full-Time Employees).
• After 3 months: 401K, Life Insurance, Vacation Accrual, Short and Long-term Disability, Paid Maternity Leave.
• Paid Sick Time.
• Weekly Pay Cycle.
• Participation in Performance Incentive and Referral Bonus Program.
• Company sponsored Boot and clothing program (Full-Time Employees).
• Ongoing training and assistance with obtaining industry certifications.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Pre-Patrol Preparation

• Review work sites for endangered species, sensitive habitats, and vegetation.
• Organize records, maps, and paperwork for patrol circuits; maintain accurate documentation.

Field Patrol Duties

• Safely patrol energy corridors on foot, identifying vegetation for pruning, removal, or protection per Client standards.
• Conduct Tree Risk Assessments based on ISA pruning techniques and ANSI line clearance standards & principles.
• Mark vegetation and prescribe clearance actions in line with Client directives.

Landowner & Stakeholder Engagement

• Use digital tools and maps to identify property boundaries and landowner rights.
• Communicate work plans to property owners, agencies, and organizations.
• Obtain permissions for vegetation work from private/public landowners and agencies.
• Provide professional customer service and foster positive community relations.
• Recommend sustainable vegetation management strategies using IVM principles.
• Audit contractor work for compliance with Client specifications.
• Investigate tree-related outages and document findings.
• Address customer service and internal compliance issues.

Coordination & Safety

• Coordinate non-routine work with stakeholders and contractors.
• Report safety concerns, incidents, and hazards immediately.
• Follow all safety protocols, including AMS Code of Safe Practices and wildfire prevention plans.
• Operate vehicles safely and travel to assigned work areas.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in storm and emergency response as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resources, or related discipline or equivalent work experience (education may be required dependent on client contract)
• Certified ISA Arborist is highly preferred.
• Experience in forestry, arboriculture, horticulture or tree-related green industry preferred. Utility line clearance or tree trimming experience
• Knowledge or practical experience in tree identification
• Knowledge of common computer applications and ability to learn new programs
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record
• Experience with GIS software/technology as well as Microsoft Suite and an iPhone.
• Must be able to work alone, outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain.
• Must have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, strong problem solving and multi-tasking abilities and show attention to detail.

WHAT WOULD BE AMAZING TO HAVE:

• Being Bi-Lingual (Spanish) is a plus.

Working Environment

Work with a team and alone; primarily in an outdoor field environment and/or low light conditions; foot patrol of energy corridors in the vicinity of power lines and/or pipelines; remote locations as well as urban, city environment; physical demands and travel from site to site, including: walking/hiking on various surfaces including flat, dry, wet, slippery, rocky, sandy, uneven, rough, unstable, steep terrain, hills and slopes, dense vegetation; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, and all types of weather extremes including snow, ice, fog, humidity, and low and high temperature conditions; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions, domestic and wild animals, insects, and poisonous plants. Other working conditions may include: in a vehicle or limited time in an indoor office.

Physical

The employee must have sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a field environment; to walk up to 10 miles per day, stand, sit, and operate a motor vehicle for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, run, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp and make repetitive hand, arm and shoulder movement in the performance of daily duties (e.g., forcefully beat down brush); carry, push and/or pull light to heavy amounts of weight, frequently lift up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 60 lbs. (sandbags); to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; ability to verbally communicate to exchange information with public; ability to see and hear in normal range with or without correction; operate assigned field equipment, including handheld computer, range finder, fyrake, water backpack, shovel, and traffic cone.

Company Overview

ArborMetrics (AMS) is a leading provider of vegetation and asset management consulting services to the utility industry. Successful professionals at AMS have come from a variety of backgrounds, including forestry, arboriculture, natural resource management, biology, landscape maintenance, horticulture, nursery management, environmental sciences, geology, agriculture, parks & recreation management, urban forestry, geography, and more.