Contract Field Forester: Utility Vegetation Management

Asplundh Engineering Services, LLC; Tifton (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical Insurance

8 Paid Holidays

401K

Maternity leave

Weekly pay

Performance bonus

Boot program

Training & certifications

Job summary

ArborMetrics (AMS) seeks a Contract Forester/Utility Forester to support vegetation management for electric utilities. The role involves outdoor field patrols, independent work, safety-first practices, and adherence to client standards.

You will perform pre-patrol prep, field duties, and landowner engagements, with GIS and MS Office usage; valid driver’s license required; bilingual skills a plus.

Qualifications

• Field experience in electric utility vegetation management is required.
• Education may be required depending on client contract.
• Knowledge of tree identification and GIS software is preferred.
• Ability to learn new computer applications and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Pre-Patrol Preparation: organize records, maps, and paperwork; review sites for endangered species and habitats.
• Field Patrol Duties: safely patrol energy corridors; identify vegetation for pruning/removal; conduct Tree Risk Assessments.
• Landowner & Stakeholder Engagement: identify property boundaries; communicate work plans; obtain permissions.
• Coordination & Safety: follow safety protocols; operate vehicles; travel to sites.
• Additional Responsibilities: participate in storm response; perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Vegetation mgmt

Crew foreman

Tree identification

GIS

MS Office

Driver's license

Bilingual Spanish

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in forestry/natural resources

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office

iPhone

Job description

ArborMetrics (AMS) seeks a Contract Forester/Utility Forester to support vegetation management for electric utilities. The role involves outdoor field patrols, independent work, safety-first practices, and adherence to client standards.

You will perform pre-patrol prep, field duties, and landowner engagements, with GIS and MS Office usage; valid driver’s license required; bilingual skills a plus.