Quality Assurance Consulting Utility Forester

Hirebridge; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in vegetation management seeks a Quality Assurance Consulting Utility Forester. This full-time role involves outdoor work and responsibilities such as assisting foresters with vegetation management, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with standards. Candidates should possess relevant education and certifications alongside strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry, or related field required.
• 2 years of experience preferred in utility vegetation management.
• Actively pursue pesticide use certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with vegetation management in assigned territory.
• Inspect utility right-of-way for management activities.
• Conduct inspections for compliance with guidelines.

Skills

Tree identification

Communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Forestry or related field

Associate degree and 2 years of experience

High school diploma and 6 years experience

Tools

Handheld computer

Traffic cone

Job description

Quality Assurance Consulting Utility Forester

Who are we?

We’re dedicated to the growth of our employees. We truly believe in your development. For those who show initiative, we will do what it takes to get you where you want to go.

We’re growing but still maintain an entrepreneurial spirit. We give you room to be accountable and responsible in your role. We believe progress is bred through innovation and we encourage our employees to bring their ideas forward.

We’re safety focused. Safety is paramount in how we operate as we believe in providing excellence in our service to our vegetation management clients.

We’re transparent and respectful. We support each other and are transparent and honest in our communication. We believe that trust is the foundation of our success with clients and within our team.

Who You Are:

You’re energetic and enjoy working outdoors. You understand that this space can be demanding, and you are equipped with the skills necessary to get the job done.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the company forester(s) with the overall vegetation management in an assigned territory.
• Patrol and inspect electric utility right-of-way in order to determine appropriate management activities.
• Assist in the investigation of property owner and customer concerns.
• Assist in the monitoring of all vegetation management activities for contract compliance.
• Assist with storm restoration or other emergency situations as directed by client.
• Under direction, communicate work to be performed to the vegetation contractors.
• Assist with random observations/inspections of vegetation crews for the purpose of observing and documenting work practices specifically related to safety compliance.
• Conduct inspections of completed vegetation management work in order to ensure compliance to applicable guidelines and/or standards for vegetation clearances and work quality including follow-up entry of inspection data on applicable forms and in applicable computer systems.
• Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Arboriculture, or a related field or equivalent education and/or experience as follows:
  • Associate degree in one of the same fields and a minimum of two (2) years of experience in utility vegetation management.
  • High school diploma with a minimum of six (6) years as a forester or other related position in the utility industry.
• 1-2 years satisfactory performance as a CUF (or equivalent) required for higher tier levels.
• Actively pursue appropriate pesticide use certifications/licensing as required in the work jurisdiction; possession of appropriate pesticide use certifications/licensing preferred.
• Actively pursue ISA arborist certification; possession of ISA arborist certification preferred
• ISA Utility Specialist certification preferred
• Experience in Forestry, Arboriculture, or Horticulture a plus
• Must possess tree identification skills and the ability to read maps
• Must have exceptional written and verbal communication skills, strong problem-solving capabilities, the ability to multi-task, and attention to detail
• Positive attitude/neat professional appearance.
• Able to work outside in a safe, productive manner in all weather conditions.
• Self-motivated and efficient.
• Work effectively and professionally with people.
• Demonstrates initiative and proactively looks for ways to perform work in the most effective manner and the ability to work safely and efficiently with minimal oversight.
• Must be able to work alone, outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain
• Must be skilled with technology and possess basic computer and smart phone skills
• Ability to travel and stay overnight.
• Capable of operating a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) is a plus

Physical Demands, Conditions, Work Environment

The physical demands, conditions, and work environment characteristics described here must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Employees must be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time.
• Work alone in an outdoor field environment; extensive vehicle operation and foot patrol of utility power lines; remote locations as well as urban, city environment; physical demands and travel from site to site, including walking/hiking on various surfaces including flat, dry, wet, slippery, uneven, rough, steep terrain, hills, and slopes; exposure to noise, dust, grease, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions.

Physical

Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a field environment:

• walk, stand, sit, and operate a motor vehicle for prolonged periods of time;
• frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, run, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp and make repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties;
• carry, push and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight (5 to 10 lbs.);
• operate assigned equipment and vehicles;
• verbally communicate to exchange information with public;
• see and hear in normal range with or without correction;
• operate assigned field equipment, including handheld computer, range finder, water backpack, shovel, and traffic cone.

Safety

Safety is a top priority at Atlas Field Services. Successful candidates will be committed to their personal safety and to the safety of others. This role will require a general understanding and the ability to identify safety hazards and report any unsafe working conditions. The position requires active participation in safety briefings and may deliver industry-specific safety messages to a broad audience when called upon.

Pre-Qualifications

• Applicants must pass a pre-employment drug test.
• All candidates must possess a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.

Job Type – Full Time

AFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer