Senior Utility Arborist: Field Oversight & Programs

Atlas Field Services; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Field Services is seeking a seasoned utility forester to provide field oversight across multiple client territories in Texas. You will supervise Tree Risk Assessment programs, hazard tree planners, and vegetation management initiatives, while ensuring contractor safety and compliance with safety guidelines.

The role requires hands-on field experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently in varied terrain.

Qualifications

• Seasoned utility forestry background with hands-on field experience.
• Minimum 3 years of Utility Vegetation Management (UVM) experience; 5+ years preferred.
• ISA Certified Arborist designation and TRAQ are preferred but not required.
• Bilingual ability is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide field oversight across the client service territory and support program areas.
• Oversee Tree Risk Assessment, hazard tree planners, and other vegetation management programs.
• Ensure contractor safety observations and workforce audits.
• Assist with emergency response and client communications; provide feedback for guidelines and processes.
• Support technology adoption and data quality in field operations.

Skills

Tree identification

Map reading

Field supervision

Outdoor work independently

Problem solving

Technical literacy

Education

ISA Certified Arborist (preferred)

TRAQ (preferred)

Tools

GPS devices

Tablets

Range finders

Job description

Atlas Field Services is seeking a seasoned utility forester to provide field oversight across multiple client territories in Texas. You will supervise Tree Risk Assessment programs, hazard tree planners, and vegetation management initiatives, while ensuring contractor safety and compliance with safety guidelines.

The role requires hands-on field experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently in varied terrain.