Contract Utility Forester – Field Operations & Safety

ArborMetrics Solutions, LLC; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle/ fuel card

Medical and dental benefits

8 paid holidays

401K retirement plan

Paid maternity leave

Weekly pay cycle

Performance incentive program

Clothing and boot program

Training and certifications support

Job summary

ArborMetrics is seeking a Contract Forester/Utility Forester to patrol energy corridors, assess vegetation needs, and coordinate with landowners and crews. You will identify pruning and clearance requirements, perform tree risk assessments, and ensure adherence to client standards and safety protocols.

Ideal candidates have field experience in utility vegetation management, a forestry-related degree or equivalent experience, and the ability to work independently in varied outdoor environments.

Qualifications

• Experience in electric utility vegetation management or related field is preferred.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resources, or related discipline (or equivalent work experience).
• Knowledge of tree identification and GIS is a plus.
• Must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to work alone outdoors in varying weather and terrain.

Responsibilities

• Patrol energy corridors on foot and identify vegetation for pruning, removal, or protection.
• Classify prescribed work per field conditions and ANSI standards.
• Conduct Tree Risk Assessments and analyze growth rates.
• Mark vegetation and prescribe clearance actions per client directives and ISA pruning techniques.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Support storm and emergency response as needed.

Skills

Field experience

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Education

Forestry or natural resources degree

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office

iPhone use

Job description

ArborMetrics is seeking a Contract Forester/Utility Forester to patrol energy corridors, assess vegetation needs, and coordinate with landowners and crews. You will identify pruning and clearance requirements, perform tree risk assessments, and ensure adherence to client standards and safety protocols.

Ideal candidates have field experience in utility vegetation management, a forestry-related degree or equivalent experience, and the ability to work independently in varied outdoor environments.