Transmission Forester - Field Vegetation Specialist

ArborMetrics Solutions; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle with fuel card

Medical/Dental/Vision/VOYA/Paid Vacays

401K, Life Insurance, Disability, Paid

Paid Holidays

Weekly Pay

Job summary

ArborMetrics is seeking a Transmission Forester to perform field patrols along energy corridors, assess vegetation, and determine pruning or removal needs according to Client standards.

You will work outdoors, often alone, with GIS mapping and safety protocols. A forestry-related degree or equivalent experience is required; ISA certification is a plus. This is a full-time position with Day 1 benefits and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resources, or related discipline or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in forestry, arboriculture, horticulture or tree-related green industry preferred.
• Knowledge of tree identification and GIS software/technology.

Responsibilities

• Safely patrol energy corridors on foot, identifying vegetation for pruning, removal, or protection per Client standards.
• Classify prescribed work and assess tree condition, including use of herbicide.
• Conduct Tree Risk Assessments and analyze growth rates.
• Audit contractor work for compliance with Client specifications.

Skills

GIS software

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Safe driving

Education

Forestry degree or related field

Tools

iPhone

Field GIS tools

Job description

ArborMetrics is seeking a Transmission Forester to perform field patrols along energy corridors, assess vegetation, and determine pruning or removal needs according to Client standards.

You will work outdoors, often alone, with GIS mapping and safety protocols. A forestry-related degree or equivalent experience is required; ISA certification is a plus. This is a full-time position with Day 1 benefits and ongoing training.