Field-Focused Utility Forester Planner (Non-Union)

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage day 1

Company-provided life insurance

401(k)

7 paid holidays

Vacation time after 90 days

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Bellevue, WA is seeking an Utility Forester Work Planner - Non Union – PSE to plan, schedule, and manage vegetation maintenance programs on rights-of-way. You will inspect rights-of-way, help build bid packages, and work directly with landowners and contractors to ensure compliant, timely execution.

The role requires tree species identification, MS Office proficiency, and ability to operate company vehicles.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to identify local trees and vegetation and their growth rates.
• Ability to safely operate and secure company-issued vehicle and gas card for use to, during, and from work area of responsibility.
• Working knowledge of MS Office and the ability to learn other software programs as required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Work experience in forestry-related fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect rights-of-way to assess vegetation conditions and determine required maintenance activities.
• Assist with developing bid package maps and work manifests.
• Research easement and land rights for widths, rights, and restrictions.
• Meet with landowners to explain vegetation management work.
• Mark work in the field where required.
• Respond to public concerns and questions about the work.
• Assist in the development of public relations materials.
• Respond to contractor questions concerning work specifications and requirements.
• Inspect work completed by contractors for compliance with utility specifications.
• Assist in the management of contractors during storm restoration operations.
• Provide support and assistance on special projects as assigned by the utility.
• Obtains oral or written permission from property owners to trim or remove trees and apply herbicides.
• Discuss access obtainment, power interruption, work to be done, etc., with the customer or property owner.
• Discuss responsibility for apparent property damage, and repairs for minor damage, and refer controversial cases to the General Foreperson.

Skills

Tree identification

MS Office proficiency

Public interactions

Vehicle operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Fore forestry-related experience preferred

Tools

MS Office

ISA Certification (preferred)

Vehicle & fuel card handling

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Bellevue, WA is seeking an Utility Forester Work Planner - Non Union – PSE to plan, schedule, and manage vegetation maintenance programs on rights-of-way. You will inspect rights-of-way, help build bid packages, and work directly with landowners and contractors to ensure compliant, timely execution.

The role requires tree species identification, MS Office proficiency, and ability to operate company vehicles.