Field Utility Forester - Outdoor Impact, ESOP & Growth

Eocene Environmental Group of the West, Inc.; Field (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)

Company Vehicle for Work Use

Generous Paid Time Off

Competitive Health Coverage

Job summary

Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. is seeking a Consulting Utility Forester to work outdoors with utility clients, property owners, and contractors. You will ensure safe and sustainable vegetation management across diverse landscapes while contributing to a culture of safety and growth.

As an employee-owned company, we support professional development, field-based work, and opportunities to advance within a nationwide team.

Qualifications

• Degree in forestry or related field and/or experience in utility line clearance.
• ISA Arborist Certification preferred.
• Experience in Utility Vegetation Management or Preinspection preferred.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Ability to travel and work in rugged terrain and in inclement weather.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Contact property owners & public agencies regarding pruning and/or removals.
• Conduct tree and brush inventories.
• Conduct hazard tree inspections and evaluations.
• Plan work for tree contractors.
• Gather and manage field data; including tree species, size, and distance from conductors.
• Validate data across various database systems to ensure reporting accuracy.
• Verify that summaries and charts accurately reflect underlying datasets.
• Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in the work area.
• Enforce on-the-job safety practices.
• Carry and utilize materials, tools, and equipment at the job site.
• Service trucks and equipment, keep trucks and other assigned equipment in a neat and orderly fashion.

Skills

Species identification

Invasive species knowledge

Communication

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

Degree in forestry or related field

ISA Arborist Certification

Utility vegetation management experience

Valid driver’s license

Tools

GIS

Microsoft Office

Data collection software

Map navigation

Job description

Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. is seeking a Consulting Utility Forester to work outdoors with utility clients, property owners, and contractors. You will ensure safe and sustainable vegetation management across diverse landscapes while contributing to a culture of safety and growth.

As an employee-owned company, we support professional development, field-based work, and opportunities to advance within a nationwide team.