Outdoor Utility Forester: Field Vegetation & Tree Risk Pro

ArborMetrics Solutions, LLC; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle with fuel card

Medical/Dental/Vision/VOYA/Paid Holid­

401K, Life Insurance, Vacation Accrual

Paid Sick Time

Weekly pay

Performance & Referral Bonus Program

Boot and clothing program

Ongoing training & industry certs

Job summary

ArborMetrics is seeking a Consulting Utility Forester to lead field patrols, vegetation assessment, and coordination with landowners and agencies. The role emphasizes safe outdoor work, documenting findings, and applying ISA pruning techniques in line with ANSI clearance standards.

The ideal candidate will have forestry or natural resources education, GIS experience, and the ability to work independently in diverse outdoor conditions. AMS offers comprehensive benefits and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resources, or related discipline (education may be required depending on client contract).
• Experience in forestry, arboriculture, horticulture or tree-related green industry preferred.
• Knowledge of tree identification and GIS software/technology.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and iPhone use.

Responsibilities

• Organize records, maps, and paperwork for patrol circuits and maintain documentation.
• Patrol energy corridors on foot, identify vegetation for pruning, removal, or protection per Client standards.
• Classify work, including use of herbicide, and conduct Tree Risk Assessments.
• Mark vegetation and prescribe clearance actions per Client directives and ANSI standards.
• Coordinate with property owners, agencies, and organizations; obtain permissions for vegetation work.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Valid driver’s license

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in forestry/natural resources

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office/Microsoft Suite

iPhone

Job description

ArborMetrics is seeking a Consulting Utility Forester to lead field patrols, vegetation assessment, and coordination with landowners and agencies. The role emphasizes safe outdoor work, documenting findings, and applying ISA pruning techniques in line with ANSI clearance standards.

The ideal candidate will have forestry or natural resources education, GIS experience, and the ability to work independently in diverse outdoor conditions. AMS offers comprehensive benefits and ongoing training.