Consulting Utility Forester - Lead Vegetation Management

Eocene Environmental Group, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)

Career Development Support

Company Vehicle

Generous PTO

Holidays

Workwear Allowance

Wellness Incentives

Health Coverage

Job summary

Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. seeks a Consulting Utility Forester to work outdoors with utility clients, property owners, and contractors to ensure safe and sustainable vegetation management practices. You will plan work, conduct inventories, and evaluate hazards in diverse landscapes.

We are an employee-owned company committed to safety, professional development, and growth. Expect nationwide travel, field tasks, and a collaborative team environment that values integrity and stewardship.

Qualifications

• Degree in forestry or related field and/or experience in utility line clearance.
• Species identification skills and invasive species knowledge, plus knowledge of tree growth rates.
• Ability to obtain ISA Arborist Certification within 12 months upon job offer.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Excellent customer service skills a priority.
• Ability to travel and work in rugged terrain and inclement weather.
• Proficient in map navigation skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and data collection software (GIS experience a plus).

Responsibilities

• Contact property owners & public agencies regarding pruning and/or removals
• Conduct tree and brush inventories
• Conduct hazard tree inspections and evaluations
• Plan work for tree contractors
• Gather and manage field data; including tree species, size, and distance from conductors
• Validate data across various database systems to ensure reporting is accurate
• Verify that summaries and charts accurately reflect underlying datasets
• Safeguard employees and public from hazards in and around the work area
• Enforce on-the-job safety practices
• Carry and utilize materials, tools, and equipment at work site
• Service trucks and equipment, keep trucks and other assigned equipment in a neat and orderly fashion

Skills

Species identification

Communication skills

Customer service

Organization & time management

Stakeholder engagement

Independence and teamwork

Safety awareness

Reading maps

Data collection

Education

Forestry degree or related field

ISA Arborist Certification (within 12 months)

Tools

GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. seeks a Consulting Utility Forester to work outdoors with utility clients, property owners, and contractors to ensure safe and sustainable vegetation management practices. You will plan work, conduct inventories, and evaluate hazards in diverse landscapes.

We are an employee-owned company committed to safety, professional development, and growth. Expect nationwide travel, field tasks, and a collaborative team environment that values integrity and stewardship.