Environmental Utility Forester — Employee-Owned & Vehicle

Eocene Environmental Group; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-Owned Company

Career Development Support

Company Vehicle for Work Use

Generous Paid Time Off

Recognized Holidays

Workwear Allowance

Wellness Incentives

Competitive Health Coverage

Job summary

Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. seeks a Consulting Utility Forester to work outdoors, coordinating with utility clients, landowners, and contractors. You will ensure safe, sustainable vegetation management and contribute to data collection and field surveys in diverse landscapes.

The role emphasizes growth with opportunities for certifications, safety training, and a company vehicle for site travel as part of our employee-owned team.

Qualifications

• Degree in forestry or related field.
• Experience in utility line clearance is preferred.
• ISA Arborist Certification within 12 months of offer.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.
• Ability to travel and work in rugged terrain and inclement weather.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Contact property owners and public agencies regarding pruning and/or removals.
• Conduct tree and brush inventories.
• Conduct hazard tree inspections and evaluations.
• Plan work for tree contractors.
• Gather and manage field data including species, size, and distance from conductors.
• Validate data across databases to ensure reporting accuracy.
• Verify that summaries and charts reflect underlying data.
• Safeguard employees and public from hazards in the work area.
• Enforce on-the-job safety practices.
• Carry and utilize materials, tools, and equipment on site.

Skills

Forestry expertise

Tree identification

Regulatory knowledge

Independent & team work

Verbal & written communication

Organization & time management

English proficiency

Education

Degree in forestry or related field

ISA Arborist Certification within 12 months

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. seeks a Consulting Utility Forester to work outdoors, coordinating with utility clients, landowners, and contractors. You will ensure safe, sustainable vegetation management and contribute to data collection and field surveys in diverse landscapes.

The role emphasizes growth with opportunities for certifications, safety training, and a company vehicle for site travel as part of our employee-owned team.