ISA Arborist Consultant: Utility Vegetation Forester

ArborMetrics Solutions; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 77,366,000 - 108,886,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle with fuel card

Full benefits day 1 (Medical/Dental/V 

401K after 3 months

Paid holidays

Paid sick time

Weekly pay

Bonus/Incentive programs

Boot & clothing program

Training & certifications support

Job summary

ArborMetrics Solutions is hiring a Consulting Utility Forester - ISA Arborist to join our outdoor vegetation management team in Portland, OR. This role focuses on field patrols, hazard assessment, stakeholder engagement, and coordination with clients and contractors.

Qualified candidates will hold an ISA Arborist Certification or equivalent, a forestry/natural resources background, and be able to work independently in varied weather. Company vehicle, benefits, and training are provided.

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)
• ISA Arborist Certification
• Experience in forestry, arboriculture, horticulture or tree-related green industry preferred. Utility line clearance or tree trimming experience
• 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

• Review work sites for endangered species, sensitive habitats, and vegetation.
• Organize records, maps, and paperwork for patrol circuits; maintain accurate documentation.
• Safely patrol energy corridors on foot, identifying vegetation for pruning, removal, or protection per Client standards.
• Conduct Tree Risk Assessments based on ISA pruning techniques and ANSI line clearance standards & principles.
• Mark vegetation and prescribe clearance actions in line with 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 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.

Skills

Outdoor work

Communication skills

Problem solving

Maps & GIS

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resources, or related discipline or equivalent work experience

Tools

GIS Software

Microsoft Office

iPhone

Job description

ArborMetrics Solutions is hiring a Consulting Utility Forester - ISA Arborist to join our outdoor vegetation management team in Portland, OR. This role focuses on field patrols, hazard assessment, stakeholder engagement, and coordination with clients and contractors.

Qualified candidates will hold an ISA Arborist Certification or equivalent, a forestry/natural resources background, and be able to work independently in varied weather. Company vehicle, benefits, and training are provided.