Outdoor Utility Forester & Field Arborist

Eocene Environmental Group; Waycross (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-Owned Company

Career Development Support

Company Vehicle for Work Use

Generous Paid Time Off

Recognized Holidays

Workwear Allowance

Wellness Incentives

Competitive Health Coverage

Job summary

Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. is seeking a Contract Utility Forester to work outdoors across diverse landscapes, coordinating with utility clients, property owners, and contractors to ensure safe and sustainable vegetation management.

As an employee-owned company, we emphasize safety, professional growth, and teamwork nationwide, with a company vehicle, generous PTO, and comprehensive health coverage to support your career.

Qualifications

• Degree in forestry or related field and 2+ years experience in utility line clearance.
• Species identification skills and invasive species knowledge, plus knowledge of tree growth rates.
• Knowledge of utility line clearance concepts.
• Industry certifications (ISA - Certified Arborist/Utility specialist) within first year.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Ability to travel and work in rugged terrain and inclement weather.
• Proficient in map navigation skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and data collection software (GIS experience a plus).

Responsibilities

• Contact property owners & public agencies regarding pruning and/or removals.
• Conduct tree and brush inventories.
• Conduct hazard tree inspections and evaluations.
• Plan work for tree contractors.
• Gather and manage field data; including tree species, size, and distance from conductors.
• Validate data across various database systems to ensure reporting is accurate.
• Verify that summaries and charts accurately reflect underlying datasets.
• Safeguard employees and public from hazards in and around the work area.
• Enforce on-the-job safety practices.
• Carry and utilize materials, tools, and equipment at work site.
• Service trucks and equipment, keep trucks and other assigned equipment in a neat and orderly fashion.

Skills

Species identification

Invasive species knowledge

Verbal & written communications

Time management

English language proficiency

Teamwork

Map navigation

Microsoft Office

Data collection software

GIS experience

Education

Degree in forestry or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS

Data collection software

Job description

Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. is seeking a Contract Utility Forester to work outdoors across diverse landscapes, coordinating with utility clients, property owners, and contractors to ensure safe and sustainable vegetation management.

As an employee-owned company, we emphasize safety, professional growth, and teamwork nationwide, with a company vehicle, generous PTO, and comprehensive health coverage to support your career.