Field Utility Arborist: Vegetation & Risk Specialist

Atlas Field Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Field Services in Houston, TX seeks a seasoned Consulting Utility Arborist with hands-on utility vegetation management background to oversee field programs across the client’s service territory.

You will supervise Tree Risk Assessment, hazard tree planning, and fuel management programs, while ensuring contractor safety and data quality. Strong tree ID, map-reading, and independent field work are essential; travel and weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• Must possess strong tree identification skills and the ability to read maps.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Must be able to work independently outdoors in varying weather and terrain.
• Must be skilled with technology and possess strong computer/tablet proficiency.
• Capable of operating a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads.

Responsibilities

• Field oversight of Tree Risk Assessment program implementation.
• Field oversight of hazard tree planners and supplemental programs.
• Field oversight of Distribution, Transmission and other Fuel Management programs.
• Contractor safety observations and workforce audits for planning and trimming contractors.
• Provide feedback on program guidelines and propose process improvements.
• Support technology implementation and user adoption within the contract workforce.
• Quality control/field validation of remotely sensed vegetation encroachment data.
• Capital project management and cost estimation for non-routine vegetation management operations.
• Document information related to the client’s vegetation management program.
• Communicate regularly with the client, contractors, landowners, and the public.
• Emergency response duties in line with safety requirements and regulations.

Skills

Tree identification

Reading maps

Field supervision

Independent outdoor work

Communication skills

Technology proficiency

4x4 vehicle operation

Safety awareness

Education

ISA Certified Arborist designation

TRAQ certification

Tools

GPS device

Tablet/computer field applications

Job description

Atlas Field Services in Houston, TX seeks a seasoned Consulting Utility Arborist with hands-on utility vegetation management background to oversee field programs across the client’s service territory.

You will supervise Tree Risk Assessment, hazard tree planning, and fuel management programs, while ensuring contractor safety and data quality. Strong tree ID, map-reading, and independent field work are essential; travel and weekends may be required.