Outdoor Utility Forester: Protect Power & Ecosystems

Eocene Environmental Group; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)

Company vehicle for work use

Generous paid time off

Holiday schedule (standard & flexible)

Workwear allowance

Wellness incentives

Competitive health coverage

Job summary

Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. is seeking a Consulting Utility Forester to manage vegetation with utility clients and property owners across diverse landscapes. The role emphasizes outdoor work, safety, and data collection to support safe power delivery.

Employees join an ESOP and benefit from company vehicles, PTO, holidays, and ongoing professional development. The position requires travel, outdoor work, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in forestry or related field; utility line clearance experience preferred.
• Species identification and invasive species knowledge, plus tree growth rate awareness.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Excellent customer service is a priority.
• Ability to travel and work in rugged terrain.
• Proficient in map navigation.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and data collection software (GIS 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-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

Regulations & standards

Species identification

Invasive species knowledge

Tree growth rates

Verbal & written communication

Organization & time management

English proficiency

Education

Degree in forestry

Experience in utility line clearance

Tools

GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. is seeking a Consulting Utility Forester to manage vegetation with utility clients and property owners across diverse landscapes. The role emphasizes outdoor work, safety, and data collection to support safe power delivery.

Employees join an ESOP and benefit from company vehicles, PTO, holidays, and ongoing professional development. The position requires travel, outdoor work, and strong communication skills.