Field Forester – Outdoor Vegetation Management

Hirebridge; Brunswick (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

401K

Truck or ATV

Job summary

Atlas Field Services is seeking a Contract Forester to join our Georgia-wide field team as a full-time employee. The role focuses on vegetation management for utility rights-of-way, with emphasis on safety and client coordination.

Qualified candidates will have a forestry degree or arborist certification, proven field experience, and the ability to work independently in outdoor environments. Atlas Field Services offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Forestry or related field is required.
• ISA Certified Arborist or Natural Sciences BS Degree.
• Strong knowledge of vegetation management in the utility space.
• Experience with GPS and GIS-based systems.
• Customer service experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect rights-of-way to assess vegetation conditions and determine required maintenance activities.
• High utilization of client systems and applications.
• 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 works 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 specification 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 assigned by the utility.

Job description

Atlas Field Services is seeking a Contract Forester to join our Georgia-wide field team as a full-time employee. The role focuses on vegetation management for utility rights-of-way, with emphasis on safety and client coordination.

Qualified candidates will have a forestry degree or arborist certification, proven field experience, and the ability to work independently in outdoor environments. Atlas Field Services offers competitive compensation and benefits.