Outdoor Transmission Field Planner – Data & Operations

ArborMetrics Solutions, LLC; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Medical benefits

Paid holidays

401K plan

Life insurance

Vacation accrual

Disability insurance

Paid maternity leave

Paid sick time

Weekly pay

Incentive program

Boot program

Training and certifications

Job summary

ArborMetrics Solutions, LLC is seeking a Transmission Work Planner in Asheville, NC to plan and coordinate vegetation management field work, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance with efficient crew scheduling.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of UVM or forestry experience, GIS proficiency, and the ability to work outdoors, hike ROWs, and operate with minimal supervision. We offer competitive pay, a company vehicle, benefits, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of Utility Vegetation Management (UVM) experience or relevant forestry experience without UVM experience.
• Knowledge of tree species identification, hazard tree assessment, invasive species management, and understanding of tree growth patterns.
• Ability to hike/walk Right-of-Ways (ROWs) and drive for extended periods of time.
• 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.
• Must be able to adapt to change.

Responsibilities

• Identify and report safety hazards, incidents, and unsafe conditions.
• Follow AMS safety standards, including safe driving, wildfire prevention, and injury prevention protocols.
• Promote AMS values in daily actions and encourage others to do the same.
• Safely drive to work sites and hike rights-of-way (up to 10 miles/day).
• Inspect and document vegetation work (pruning/removal) at customer properties.
• Record vegetation data using tablets and specialized software.
• Use forestry computer systems for data entry and tracking.
• Address customer concerns and complaints regarding vegetation work promptly.
• Communicate effectively with leadership, auditors, clients, contractors, landowners, and the public.
• Maintain positive public relations through professional conduct.
• Participate in storm and emergency response duties as needed.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned.

Skills

UVM experience

Tree species identification

GIS software

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Outdoor work independently

Tools

GIS software

iPhone

Job description

ArborMetrics Solutions, LLC is seeking a Transmission Work Planner in Asheville, NC to plan and coordinate vegetation management field work, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance with efficient crew scheduling.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of UVM or forestry experience, GIS proficiency, and the ability to work outdoors, hike ROWs, and operate with minimal supervision. We offer competitive pay, a company vehicle, benefits, and ongoing training.