Contract Forester/Utility Forester Metro W

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle with fuel card for job

Medical, Dental, Vision

8 Paid Holidays

401K

Paid maternity leave

Weekly pay

Performance incentive

Clothing program

Training and industry certifications

Job summary

ArborMetrics Solutions is seeking a Contract Forester/Utility Forester to support vegetation management on energy corridors in the Marietta, GA area. You will inspect sites, assess risks, and implement pruning or removal plans according to client specifications.

You will work outdoors, often independently, using GIS tools, MS Office, and industry guidelines to ensure safe, compliant operations and high-quality customer service for clients.

Qualifications

• Experience in electric utility vegetation management in the field.
• Forestry or natural resources degree or equivalent experience may be required by contract.
• Knowledge of tree identification and GIS tools; ability to learn new programs.

Responsibilities

• Safely patrol energy corridors and identify vegetation for pruning, removal, or protection.
• Classify work according to field environment and tree condition; apply herbicides where needed.
• Conduct Tree Risk Assessments and analyze growth rates.
• Mark vegetation and prescribe clearance actions following client directives and ANSI standards.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and report safety hazards; follow AMS safety practices.

Skills

GIS software

Driver's license

Field vegetation management

ISA pruning techniques

Tree identification

Microsoft Office

Independent work

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in forestry or natural resources

Related discipline or equivalent work experience

Job description

Contract Forester/Utility Forester Metro W

Brand: ArborMetrics Solutions

Requisition Number: 8126-OTHLOC-CVpCYfwE

Salary Range: USD $20.00 - USD $35.00 (Hourly)

We are currently looking to add a Contract Forester/Utility Foresterto 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 with ArborMetrics.

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:

• Company vehicle with a fuel card for work purposes.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, VOYA, EAP, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 401K, sick time and vacation accrual.
• Paid Maternity Leave.
• Weekly Pay Cycle.
• Participation in Performance Incentive and Referral Bonus Program.
• Company-sponsored Boot and Clothing Program.
• Ongoing training and assistance with obtaining industry certifications.

*Benefit eligibility, enrollment timing, waiting periods, and plan availability may vary based on position, employment status, and other applicable requirements.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Pre-Patrol Preparation

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

Field P

• Paid Sick Time. atrol Duties
• Safely patrol energy corridors on foot, identifying vegetation for pruning, removal, or protection per Client standards.
• Classify prescribed work in accordance with field environment and tree condition, including use of herbicide.
• Conduct Tree Risk Assessments and analyze growth rates.
• Mark vegetation and prescribe clearance actions in line with Client directives and based on ISA pruning techniques and ANSI line clearance standards & principles.

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:

• Practical experience in electric utility level vegetation management work in the field. Previous experience as a crew foreman, general foreman or other experienced vegetation management professional is a desired experience level to support these duties.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resources, or related discipline or equivalent work experience (education may be required dependent on client contract)
• 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.