Field Forester: Vegetation Management & Safety

ArborMetrics Solutions, LLC; Towanda (Bradford County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Health benefits

401K after 3 months

Paid holidays

Vacation accrual

Weekly pay

Referral bonus

Boot and clothing program

Training and certifications

Job summary

ArborMetrics Solutions, LLC is seeking a Forestry Specialist to join our vegetation management team. The role involves field patrols, landowner coordination, and implementing sustainable vegetation strategies in outdoor settings.

You will work independently and with a team across various sites, engaging with property owners and stakeholders while adhering to safety protocols and industry standards. A degree in forestry or related fields is preferred, with GIS/Microsoft skills and a valid

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resources, or related discipline or equivalent work experience (education may be required dependent on client contract)
• Experience in Utility Vegetation Management
• Experience in a Senior role related to 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
• Experience with GIS software/technology as well as Microsoft Suite and an iPhone
• Must be able to work alone, outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain
• Must have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, strong problem solving and multi-tasking abilities and show attention to detail

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

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resources, or related discipline

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office

iPhone

Job description

ArborMetrics Solutions, LLC is seeking a Forestry Specialist to join our vegetation management team. The role involves field patrols, landowner coordination, and implementing sustainable vegetation strategies in outdoor settings.

You will work independently and with a team across various sites, engaging with property owners and stakeholders while adhering to safety protocols and industry standards. A degree in forestry or related fields is preferred, with GIS/Microsoft skills and a valid