Utility Arborist Field Planner – Outdoor Mapping

Atlas Field Services; Antioch (TN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-competitive compensation

Truck or all-terrain vehicle

Health, Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Atlas Field Services is hiring for Consulting Utility Arborists / Utility Arborists for Work Planning in Nashville, Tennessee. This full-time role involves field inspections, landowner meetings, and coordinating vegetation management projects to meet utility standards.

The ideal candidate will have tree identification skills, map-reading ability, strong communication, and readiness to work outdoors in varying conditions. ISA Certified Arborist is preferred; CTSP is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, or related field preferred.
• ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) Certified Arborist designation desired, not required.
• Certified Tree Safety Professional (CTSP) a plus, not required.
• Experience in Forestry, Arboriculture, or Horticulture a plus, not required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect right-of-ways to assess vegetation conditions and determine required maintenance activities.
• Assist with developing bid package maps and work manifests.
• Research easements and land rights for widths, rights, and restrictions.
• Meet with landowners to explain vegetation management work.
• Mark work in the field where required.
• Respond to public concerns and questions about the work.
• Assist in the development of public relations materials.
• Respond to contractor questions concerning work specifications and requirements.
• Inspect work completed by contractors for compliance to utility specifications.
• Assist in the management of contractors during storm restoration operations.
• Provide support and assistance on special projects as assigned by the utility.

Skills

Tree identification

Map reading

Customer service

Written and verbal communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Smartphone skills

4x4 vehicle operation

Bilingual: English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Forestry/Environmental Science

Job description

Atlas Field Services is hiring for Consulting Utility Arborists / Utility Arborists for Work Planning in Nashville, Tennessee. This full-time role involves field inspections, landowner meetings, and coordinating vegetation management projects to meet utility standards.

The ideal candidate will have tree identification skills, map-reading ability, strong communication, and readiness to work outdoors in varying conditions. ISA Certified Arborist is preferred; CTSP is a plus.