Outdoor Transmission Forester & Field Arborist

Utilities Service, LLC; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical benefits

8 paid holidays

401K

Maternity leave

Weekly pay

Incentives program

Boot program

Training & certifications

Job summary

ArborMetrics is seeking a Transmission Utility Forester to join our vegetation management team. The role focuses on patrolling energy corridors, identifying vegetation needing pruning or removal, and ensuring compliance with client standards.

You will conduct tree risk assessments, document findings, and coordinate with landowners and contractors while maintaining safety protocols in outdoor environments.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resources, or related discipline or equivalent work experience.
• Knowledge of tree identification.
• Experience with GIS software/technology and Microsoft Office.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and terrain.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Pre-Patrol Preparation: organize records, maps, and paperwork; review work sites for endangered species or sensitive habitats.
• Field Patrol Duties: patrol energy corridors, prune/remove vegetation per standards, perform Tree Risk Assessments.
• Landowner & Stakeholder Engagement: communicate work plans, obtain permissions, provide customer service.
• Vegetation Management & Compliance: recommend sustainable strategies and audit contractor work.
• Coordination & Safety: coordinate non-routine work, follow safety protocols, travel to sites.
• Additional Responsibilities: participate in storm and emergency response as needed.

Education

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

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Suite

iPhone

Job description

ArborMetrics is seeking a Transmission Utility Forester to join our vegetation management team. The role focuses on patrolling energy corridors, identifying vegetation needing pruning or removal, and ensuring compliance with client standards.

You will conduct tree risk assessments, document findings, and coordinate with landowners and contractors while maintaining safety protocols in outdoor environments.