Field-Driven Utility Forester & Work Planner

ArborMetrics Solutions; Clarion (Clarion County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

Paid holidays and EAP

401K after 3 months

Paid sick time

Weekly pay

Referral program

Boot and clothing program

Ongoing training

Job summary

ArborMetrics (AMS) is seeking a Utility Forester/Work Planner to join our field team. This role prepares patrol records, reviews sites for habitat concerns, and coordinates with landowners while prioritizing safety and client standards.

You will perform field patrol duties, identify vegetation needs near energy corridors, and use GIS and Microsoft tools to support job planning and reporting. This full-time position offers competitive pay and benefits.

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 or practical experience in tree identification.
• Knowledge of common computer applications and ability to learn new programs.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Organize records, maps, and paperwork for patrol circuits; maintain accurate documentation.
• Review work sites for endangered species, sensitive habitats, and incompatible vegetation.
• Safely patrol energy corridors on foot, identifying vegetation for pruning, removal, or protection per Client standards.
• Classify prescribed work in accordance with field environment and tree condition, including use of herbicide.
• Conduct Tree Risk Assessments and analyze growth rates.
• Mark vegetation and prescribe clearance actions in line with Client directives and based on ISA pruning techniques and ANSI line clearance standards & principles.
• Use digital tools and maps to identify property boundaries and landowner rights.
• Communicate work plans to property owners, agencies, and organizations.
• Obtain permissions for vegetation work from private/public landowners and agencies.
• Provide professional customer service and foster positive community relations.
• Recommend sustainable vegetation management strategies using IVM principles.
• Audit contractor work for compliance with Client specifications.
• Investigate tree-related outages and document findings.
• Address customer service and internal compliance issues.
• Coordinate non-routine work with stakeholders and contractors.
• Report safety concerns, incidents, and hazards immediately.
• Follow all safety protocols, including AMS Code of Safe Practices and wildfire prevention plans.
• Operate vehicles safely and travel to assigned work areas.
• Participate in storm and emergency response as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

GIS

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in forestry/natural resources

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Suite

iPhone

Job description

ArborMetrics (AMS) is seeking a Utility Forester/Work Planner to join our field team. This role prepares patrol records, reviews sites for habitat concerns, and coordinates with landowners while prioritizing safety and client standards.

You will perform field patrol duties, identify vegetation needs near energy corridors, and use GIS and Microsoft tools to support job planning and reporting. This full-time position offers competitive pay and benefits.