Contract Utility Forester - Outdoor Field Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical and dental benefits

8 paid holidays

401K plan

Maternity leave

Weekly pay

Incentive program

Boot & clothing program

Training & certifications

Job summary

ArborMetrics Solutions is seeking a Contract Forester/Utility Forester to support vegetation management tasks in outdoor environments around Atlanta, GA. The role focuses on patrols, data collection, and executing clearance actions under ISA/ANSI guidelines with a strong emphasis on safety and community engagement.

The candidate will perform field patrol duties, engage with landowners/agencies, and use GIS tools while maintaining documentation and ensuring compliance with client specifications.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in electric utility vegetation management in the field.
• Experience as crew foreman or senior vegetation management professional is desired.
• Knowledge of tree identification.
• Ability to learn new computer programs.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Safely patrol energy corridors and identify vegetation for pruning, removal, or protection.
• Classify prescribed work by field environment and tree condition, including herbicide use.
• Conduct Tree Risk Assessments and analyze growth rates.
• Mark vegetation and prescribe clearance actions per Client directives and ANSI standards.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and audit contractor work for compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Field experience

Tree identification

Computer skills

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Education

Forestry/natural resources degree

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office

iPhone

Job description

ArborMetrics Solutions is seeking a Contract Forester/Utility Forester to support vegetation management tasks in outdoor environments around Atlanta, GA. The role focuses on patrols, data collection, and executing clearance actions under ISA/ANSI guidelines with a strong emphasis on safety and community engagement.

The candidate will perform field patrol duties, engage with landowners/agencies, and use GIS tools while maintaining documentation and ensuring compliance with client specifications.