Outdoor Utility Forester – Field Vegetation Pro

ArborMetrics Solutions, LLC; Canton (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle with fuel card

Medical, Dental, Vision, VOYA, EAP, L⟨

Life Insurance

Short and Long-term Disability

8 Paid Holidays

401K, sick time and vacation accrual

Paid Maternity Leave

Weekly Pay Cycle

Performance Incentive and Referral Bon

Boot and Clothing Program

Training and industry certifications

Job summary

ArborMetrics is seeking a Contract Forester/Utility Forester to join our outdoor team. You will patrol energy corridors, assess vegetation, and coordinate with landowners while applying ISA pruning techniques and ANSI standards.

Ideal candidates have utility vegetation experience, forestry or natural resources education, GIS/microsoft proficiency, and a valid driver's license. This role offers field-based work with safety training and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in electric utility vegetation management in the field.
• Crew foreman or leadership experience is desirable.
• Associate or bachelor’s in forestry, natural resources, or related discipline.
• Knowledge of tree identification.
• Ability to use GIS and Microsoft Office; valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying conditions.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Organize records, maps, and paperwork for patrol circuits.
• Review sites for endangered species, habitats, and vegetation conflicts.
• Safely patrol energy corridors, determine pruning/removal needs.
• Conduct tree risk assessments and growth analysis.
• Mark vegetation and prescribe clearance actions per standards.
• Coordinate with property owners and agencies; provide professional service.
• Ensure compliance with Client specifications; audit contractor work.

Skills

Vegetation management

GIS software

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Independent worker

Interpersonal skills

Education

Forestry degree

Natural resources degree

Related discipline

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office

iPhone

Job description

ArborMetrics is seeking a Contract Forester/Utility Forester to join our outdoor team. You will patrol energy corridors, assess vegetation, and coordinate with landowners while applying ISA pruning techniques and ANSI standards.

Ideal candidates have utility vegetation experience, forestry or natural resources education, GIS/microsoft proficiency, and a valid driver's license. This role offers field-based work with safety training and career development opportunities.