Contract Utility Forester - Field Vegetation Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle with fuel card for工作

Medical, Dental, Vision, VOYA, EAP, 1:

8 Paid Holidays

401K, sick time and vacation accrual

Paid maternity leave

Weekly pay cycle

Performance incentive program

Boot and Clothing Program

Training and certifications

Job summary

ArborMetrics (AMS) is seeking a Contract Forester/Utility Forester to support vegetation management for energy corridors. This role offers outdoor work, independence, and a fast-paced environment.

You will perform patrol preparation, field observations, stakeholder engagement, safety, and compliance. Requires experience in electric utility vegetation management, GIS and MS Office; ISA Arborist a plus; valid driver’s license required.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in electric utility vegetation management.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resources, or related field.
• Knowledge of tree identification.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• GIS experience and ability to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Organize records and maps for patrol circuits; maintain documentation.
• Identify vegetation for pruning, removal, or protection per Client standards.
• Patrol energy corridors on foot; assess vegetation and classifiy work.
• Conduct Tree Risk Assessments and analyze growth rates.
• Engage landowners and agencies; obtain permissions for work.
• Follow safety protocols and AMS procedures; ensure compliance.

Skills

Outdoor fieldwork

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Independent work

Education

Forestry degree or related

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office

iPhone

Job description

ArborMetrics (AMS) is seeking a Contract Forester/Utility Forester to support vegetation management for energy corridors. This role offers outdoor work, independence, and a fast-paced environment.

You will perform patrol preparation, field observations, stakeholder engagement, safety, and compliance. Requires experience in electric utility vegetation management, GIS and MS Office; ISA Arborist a plus; valid driver’s license required.