Transmission Utility Forester — Field Tree Care Pro

Asplundh Engineering Services, LLC; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle with fuel card

Medical, Dental, Vision, VOYA, EAP, &/

Job summary

ArborMetrics is seeking a Transmission Utility Forester to join our vegetation management team. This role involves outdoor field work along energy corridors, identifying vegetation to prune or remove, and coordinating with landowners and agencies.

You will conduct risk assessments and apply ISA/ANSI standards while maintaining safety and quality for clients. Your responsibilities include preparing patrol records, reviewing sites for habitats, and ensuring compliance with client specifications.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resources, or related discipline (education may be required depending on contract)
• Experience in forestry/arboriculture or tree-related green industry preferred
• Knowledge of tree identification and GIS software/tech
• Must have valid driver’s license and safe driving record
• Experience with GIS software and Microsoft Office; ability to learn new programs
• Must be able to work alone outdoors in varying weather and terrain
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; strong problem solving and multitasking abilities

Responsibilities

• Patrol energy corridors on foot; identify vegetation for pruning, removal, or protection
• Classify work using field conditions and ANSI ISA standards
• Conduct Tree Risk Assessments and analyze growth rates
• Coordinate with property owners and agencies; obtain permissions for vegetation work
• Audit contractor compliance with client specifications
• Investigate tree-related outages and document findings
• Participate in storm and emergency response as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Bi-Lingual

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate degree in forestry/natural resources

ISA Arborist certification (nice to have)

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office Suite

iPhone

Job description

ArborMetrics is seeking a Transmission Utility Forester to join our vegetation management team. This role involves outdoor field work along energy corridors, identifying vegetation to prune or remove, and coordinating with landowners and agencies.

You will conduct risk assessments and apply ISA/ANSI standards while maintaining safety and quality for clients. Your responsibilities include preparing patrol records, reviewing sites for habitats, and ensuring compliance with client specifications.