Outdoor Forestry Specialist — Vehicle, Training & Growth

ArborMetrics Solutions, LLC; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry competitive pay

Company vehicle with fuel card

Health benefits from Day 1 (full-time)

401K and life insurance after 3 months

Paid holidays and vacation accrual

Weekly pay cycle

Referral bonus program

Boot and clothing program

Training and industry certifications

Job summary

ArborMetrics (AMS) is seeking a Forestry Specialist to join our outdoor vegetation management team in the State College area. The role involves field patrols, site assessments, and coordinating with landowners to implement safe, effective vegetation control.

Ideal candidates hold an associate or bachelor’s in forestry or related field or equivalent experience, can travel, and are comfortable working long hours in varied weather. ISA certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resources, or related discipline (education may be required depending on client contract).
• Experience in Utility Vegetation Management.
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and terrain.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Organize records and maps for patrol circuits and maintain documentation.
• Patrol energy corridors, identify vegetation for pruning/removal per client standards.
• Conduct Tree Risk Assessments and analyze growth rates.
• Coordinate with landowners and agencies to obtain permissions for vegetation work.

Skills

Outdoor endurance

Strong communication

Problem solving

Safety consciousness

Education

Forestry-related degree or equivalent

GIS experience

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office

iPhone use

Job description

ArborMetrics (AMS) is seeking a Forestry Specialist to join our outdoor vegetation management team in the State College area. The role involves field patrols, site assessments, and coordinating with landowners to implement safe, effective vegetation control.

Ideal candidates hold an associate or bachelor’s in forestry or related field or equivalent experience, can travel, and are comfortable working long hours in varied weather. ISA certification is a plus.