Outdoor Utility Forester - Impactful Field Leader (ESOP)

Eocene Environmental Group; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Company vehicle for work use

Generous paid time off

Recognized holidays

Workwear allowance

Wellness incentives

Competitive health coverage

Career development support

Job summary

Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. seeks a Consulting Utility Forester to manage vegetation with utility clients and contractors. Your outdoor office will be across diverse landscapes, conducting inventories, hazard assessments, and coordinating pruning/removal work while promoting safe practices.

This role emphasizes field data collection, species identification, and regulatory compliance. We value employees who collaborate, grow professionally, and contribute to our mission with integrity and

Qualifications

• Degree in forestry or related field is required.
• ISA Arborist Certification preferred with 12-month window.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record is required.

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 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 the work site.
• Service trucks and equipment, keep trucks and other assigned equipment neat and orderly.

Skills

Program specs

Species identification

Invasive species knowledge

Independent work

Communication skills

Time management

English proficiency

Education

Degree in forestry or related field

ISA Arborist Certification

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS experience

Job description

Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. seeks a Consulting Utility Forester to manage vegetation with utility clients and contractors. Your outdoor office will be across diverse landscapes, conducting inventories, hazard assessments, and coordinating pruning/removal work while promoting safe practices.

This role emphasizes field data collection, species identification, and regulatory compliance. We value employees who collaborate, grow professionally, and contribute to our mission with integrity and