Outdoor Transmission Planner — Field Ops & Safety

ArborMetrics Solutions; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical/Dental/Vision

401K

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Vacation accrual

Paid Sick Time

Weekly pay

Performance incentive

Referral bonus

Boot program

Certifications training

Job summary

ArborMetrics is seeking a Transmission Work Planner to join the team in a demanding outdoor field role. You will drive to sites, inspect vegetation, document data with tablets, and use forestry software to track progress.

Emphasis on safety, independent work, and strong communication with stakeholders. The position requires 1–3 years of UVM/forestry experience, GIS and Microsoft Suite proficiency, and the ability to work outside in varying conditions.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of Utility Vegetation Management (UVM) experience or relevant forestry 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

GIS software

Microsoft Office

iPhone

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Adaptability

Safety awareness

Tools

Tablets

Forestry software

Range finder

Job description

ArborMetrics is seeking a Transmission Work Planner to join the team in a demanding outdoor field role. You will drive to sites, inspect vegetation, document data with tablets, and use forestry software to track progress.

Emphasis on safety, independent work, and strong communication with stakeholders. The position requires 1–3 years of UVM/forestry experience, GIS and Microsoft Suite proficiency, and the ability to work outside in varying conditions.