Contract Utility Forester — Outdoor Fieldwork & Impact

Utilities Service, LLC; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Weekly pay

Training and certifications support

Job summary

ArborMetrics is seeking a Contract Forester/Utility Forester to join our vegetation management team. You will conduct field patrols, assess tree risk, and implement clearance actions to meet client standards across energy corridors.

The role involves working outdoors, coordinating with landowners, and complying with safety protocols while applying ISA pruning techniques and ANSI standards. A strong background in forestry and GIS is preferred.

Qualifications

• Practical field vegetation management experience in electric utility context.
• Education may be required depending on client contract.
• Knowledge of tree identification and GIS tools helpful.

Responsibilities

• Organize patrol records and maps; review sites for endangered species and habitats.
• Safely patrol energy corridors; identify vegetation for pruning, removal, or protection.
• Mark vegetation and prescribe clearance actions per standards using ISA pruning techniques.
• Engage landowners and agencies to obtain permissions and communicate work plans.

Skills

Vegetation management

Outdoor work

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

GIS knowledge

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in forestry/natural resources or related

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office

iPhone

Job description

ArborMetrics is seeking a Contract Forester/Utility Forester to join our vegetation management team. You will conduct field patrols, assess tree risk, and implement clearance actions to meet client standards across energy corridors.

The role involves working outdoors, coordinating with landowners, and complying with safety protocols while applying ISA pruning techniques and ANSI standards. A strong background in forestry and GIS is preferred.