Utility Forester - Field Vegetation Management

ArborMetrics Solutions, LLC; Milledgeville (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle with a fuel card for工作

Medical, Dental, Vision, VOYA, EAP, L

8 Paid Holidays

401K, sick time and vacation accrual

Paid Maternity Leave

Weekly Pay Cycle

Performance Incentive and Referral Bon

Boot and Clothing Program

Ongoing training and certifications

Job summary

ArborMetrics (AMS) is seeking a Contract Forester/Utility Forester to support vegetation management for energy corridors and utilities. The role involves field patrols, safeguarding public safety, and applying ISA pruning techniques per client directives.

You will assess vegetation, coordinate with landowners, and document field activities while ensuring compliance with safety standards and project requirements. Prior experience in utility vegetation work is preferred.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in electric utility level vegetation management work in the field.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in forestry, natural resources, or related discipline or equivalent work experience.
• Knowledge of tree identification.
• Knowledge of common computer applications and ability to learn new programs.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record.
• Experience with GIS software/technology as well as Microsoft Suite and an iPhone.
• Must be able to work alone, outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, strong problem solving and multi-tasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Safely patrol energy corridors on foot, identifying vegetation for pruning, removal, or protection per Client standards.
• Classify prescribed work in accordance with field environment and tree condition, including use of herbicide.
• Conduct Tree Risk Assessments and analyze growth rates.
• Mark vegetation and prescribe clearance actions in line with Client directives and based on ISA pruning techniques and ANSI line clearance standards & principles.
• Use digital tools and maps to identify property boundaries and landowner rights.
• Communicate work plans to property owners, agencies, and organizations.
• Obtain permissions for vegetation work from private/public landowners and agencies.
• Provide professional customer service and foster positive community relations.
• Audit contractor work for compliance with Client specifications.
• Participate in storm and emergency response as needed.

Skills

Outdoor work

Communication skills

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Associate or bachelor's degree in forestry/natural resources

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office

iPhone

Job description

ArborMetrics (AMS) is seeking a Contract Forester/Utility Forester to support vegetation management for energy corridors and utilities. The role involves field patrols, safeguarding public safety, and applying ISA pruning techniques per client directives.

You will assess vegetation, coordinate with landowners, and document field activities while ensuring compliance with safety standards and project requirements. Prior experience in utility vegetation work is preferred.