Field Arborist: Outdoor Vegetation & Safety Lead

ArborMetrics Solutions, LLC; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid holidays

401K

Paid maternity leave

Weekly pay

Performance incentive

Boot and clothing program

Certifications assistance

Drug test & background check

Job summary

ArborMetrics is seeking a Utility Arborist to join our outdoor team. The role focuses on field patrols, vegetation management, and coordination with landowners, agencies, and contractors. The ideal candidate will have forestry/arboriculture experience, GIS knowledge, and a valid driver’s license.

We offer comprehensive benefits and ongoing training. You'll work in varied outdoor environments, perform tree risk assessments, and apply ANSI line clearance standards while supporting storm response

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resources, or related discipline or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in forestry, arboriculture, horticulture or tree-related green industry preferred.
• Knowledge of tree identification and GIS/ Microsoft Office applications.
• Must have valid driver's license and safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Pre-Patrol Preparation: organize records and review work sites for endangered species and habitats.
• Field Patrol: safely patrol energy corridors, identify vegetation for pruning/removal, and apply ANSI line clearance standards.
• Landowner & Stakeholder Engagement: identify property boundaries, communicate work plans, obtain permissions.
• Vegetation Management & Compliance: recommend sustainable strategies, audit contractor work, document outages and issues.
• Coordination & Safety: coordinate non-routine work, report safety concerns, follow AMS safety practices and travel to sites.
• Additional Responsibilities: participate in storm/emergency response and perform other duties.

Job description

ArborMetrics is seeking a Utility Arborist to join our outdoor team. The role focuses on field patrols, vegetation management, and coordination with landowners, agencies, and contractors. The ideal candidate will have forestry/arboriculture experience, GIS knowledge, and a valid driver’s license.

We offer comprehensive benefits and ongoing training. You'll work in varied outdoor environments, perform tree risk assessments, and apply ANSI line clearance standards while supporting storm response