Field Utility Forester — Outdoor Vegetation Management Pro

ArborMetrics Solutions, LLC; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid Holidays

401K

Life Insurance

Vacation Accrual

Disability Insurance

Paid Sick Time

Weekly Pay

Referral Bonus Program

Boot and clothing program

Training and certifications support

Job summary

ArborMetrics (AMS) is seeking an enthusiastic Utility Forester to join our outdoor team. The role involves patrolling energy corridors, identifying vegetation management needs, and engaging with landowners and agencies to ensure safe and compliant work practices.

Qualifications include a forestry-related degree (or equivalent), GIS experience, and strong communication skills. The position requires outdoor work, variable weather, and travel to multiple sites with a company vehicle provided.

Qualifications

• Education in forestry or related discipline or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in forestry, arboriculture, or tree-related green industry preferred.
• Knowledge of tree identification.
• Proficiency with GIS and standard software packages.

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; identify vegetation for pruning or removal.
• Classify prescribed work per field environment and tree condition; may include herbicide use.
• Conduct Tree Risk Assessments and analyze growth rates.
• Mark vegetation and prescribe clearance actions per client directives.
• Use digital tools and maps to identify property boundaries and landowner rights.
• Communicate work plans to property owners, agencies, and organizations; obtain permissions.
• 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.
• Coordinate non-routine work with stakeholders and contractors; follow safety protocols.
• Participate in storm and emergency response as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Clear communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in forestry or natural resources

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office

iPhone

Job description

ArborMetrics (AMS) is seeking an enthusiastic Utility Forester to join our outdoor team. The role involves patrolling energy corridors, identifying vegetation management needs, and engaging with landowners and agencies to ensure safe and compliant work practices.

Qualifications include a forestry-related degree (or equivalent), GIS experience, and strong communication skills. The position requires outdoor work, variable weather, and travel to multiple sites with a company vehicle provided.