Senior Utility Forester – Field Vegetation & Safety Lead

EOC Group; Asheboro (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-Owned Company

Career Development Support

Company Vehicle for Work Use

Generous Paid Time Off

Recognized Holidays

Workwear Allowance

Wellness Incentives

Competitive Health Coverage

Job summary

Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. is seeking a Utility Distribution Auditor to work in outdoor settings across central North Carolina and nearby states. The role involves direct coordination with utility clients, property owners, and contractors to ensure safe and sustainable vegetation management practices.

As an employee-owned company, we emphasize collaboration, safety, and professional growth. Travel between NC and SC is expected, with a focus on field inspections and data management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level understanding of forestry/arboriculture required.
• Certification as ISA Arborist preferred.
• 2–3 years of UVM experience.
• 5–6 years of UVM or utility experience in lieu of a Forestry Degree with strong tree identification and invasive species knowledge.
• Core knowledge of UVM Industry Safety Standards.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with property owners and public agencies regarding pruning and removals.
• Conduct tree and brush inventories and hazard tree inspections.
• Evaluate tree contractor performance for compliance with utility’s guidelines.
• Manage and maintain vegetation data.
• Promote and enforce on‑job safety practices.
• Operate and maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Map navigation

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Forestry or Arboriculture

ISA Arborist Certification

Tools

GIS

Job description

Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. is seeking a Utility Distribution Auditor to work in outdoor settings across central North Carolina and nearby states. The role involves direct coordination with utility clients, property owners, and contractors to ensure safe and sustainable vegetation management practices.

As an employee-owned company, we emphasize collaboration, safety, and professional growth. Travel between NC and SC is expected, with a focus on field inspections and data management.