Field Utility Forester & Vegetation Specialist

Eocene Environmental Group, Inc.; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Generous PTO

Holidays

Workwear allowance

Wellness incentives

Health coverage

Job summary

Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. is seeking a Contract Utility Forester to work in outdoor environments, coordinating with utility clients and property owners. The role emphasizes safe, sustainable vegetation management along power lines and rights of way.

Responsibilities include conducting inventories, hazard tree assessments, and data collection while ensuring compliance with safety practices and industry standards. Travel to job sites is required.

Qualifications

• Degree in forestry or related field; 2+ years utility line clearance experience preferred.
• Strong tree identification and invasive species knowledge; ability to work outdoors in varied weather.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pruning and/or removals for utility corridors.
• Perform tree and brush inventories and hazard tree inspections.
• Plan work for contractors and coordinate with property owners.
• Collect field data and verify reports across databases.
• Maintain safety and perform housekeeping of vehicles and equipment.

Skills

Forestry knowledge

Tree identification

English communication

Safety discipline

Driver's license

Education

Degree in forestry or related field

2+ years utility line clearance experience

Tools

GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. is seeking a Contract Utility Forester to work in outdoor environments, coordinating with utility clients and property owners. The role emphasizes safe, sustainable vegetation management along power lines and rights of way.

Responsibilities include conducting inventories, hazard tree assessments, and data collection while ensuring compliance with safety practices and industry standards. Travel to job sites is required.