Field-Based Arboricultural Associate Consultant

TERAGAN & ASSOCIATES, INC.; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k after 1 year

Job summary

Teragan & Associates, Inc. is seeking an Associate Arboricultural Consultant to lead fieldwork, assessments, and tree protection planning for diverse projects in Beaverton.

You will report to senior associates and contribute to urban forestry and environmental planning efforts. You will perform data collection, reporting, and client-facing duties, with emphasis on safety, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in arboriculture, forestry, horticulture, environmental science, biology, or related field or demonstrated knowledge through work experience.
• ASCA and/or ISA Certified Arborist designation (or willingness to obtain within the first year).
• Experience with tree surveying tools (GPS, GIS, diameter tapes, etc.) is a plus; GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS) is asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites with personal vehicle.
• Previous consulting, municipal, or fieldwork experience in arboriculture or related discipline is an asset but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fieldwork in difficult terrain and inclement weather; collect data on tree identification, measurements, health, and risk.
• Create arborist reports, tree protection plans, and technical documents per industry standards and municipal requirements.
• Support urban forestry and landscape planning by collecting, managing, and analyzing tree/site data.
• Research municipal by-laws, regulations, and best practices related to tree protection and development permits.
• Contribute to client proposals, project plans, and presentations.
• Collaborate with landscape architects, planners, engineers, and environmental scientists on integrated solutions.
• Participate in client meetings, site visits, and community consultations as required.
• Maintain records and data management systems for project tracking and compliance.
• Stay informed about new technologies, pests, diseases, and arboricultural methodologies.

Skills

Arboriculture degree

ISA/ASCA certification

GIS experience

Tree surveying tools

MS Office proficiency

Analytical/organizational skills

Valid driver’s license

Fieldwork experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in arboriculture, forestry, horticulture, environmental science, or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Job description

Teragan & Associates, Inc. is seeking an Associate Arboricultural Consultant to lead fieldwork, assessments, and tree protection planning for diverse projects in Beaverton.

You will report to senior associates and contribute to urban forestry and environmental planning efforts. You will perform data collection, reporting, and client-facing duties, with emphasis on safety, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.