Contract Forester/Utility Forester NW

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle with fuel card

Medical, Dental, Vision

EAP

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

401K

Paid maternity leave

Weekly pay cycle

Training and certification assistance

Job summary

ArborMetrics in Georgia is seeking a Contract Forester/Utility Forester to join 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.

You will perform patrols, assess vegetation, and coordinate with clients and landowners while maintaining safety and compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in electric utility vegetation management in the field.
• Experience as crew foreman or lead foreman preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pre-Patrol Preparation: organize records, maps, and paperwork; maintain documentation.
• Field Patrol Duties: safely patrol energy corridors, identify vegetation for pruning, removal or protection.
• Landowner & Stakeholder Engagement: obtain permissions and communicate work plans.
• Coordination & Safety: follow safety protocols and AMS practices; operate vehicles safely.
• Additional Responsibilities: participate in storm and emergency response as needed.

Skills

Field vegetation management experience

Crew foreman experience

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resources, or related discipline

Job description

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 Patrol 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