Utility Forester – Vegetation Management & Compliance

AES Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

AES Indiana is seeking a Utility Forester to support vegetation management across the transmission and distribution network. You will conduct field inspections, coordinate with crews, and ensure work complies with safety and environmental standards.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED, and prefer ISA Certification with prior tree-care or utility experience. You will engage with customers, document findings, and help keep line-clearance programs on schedule and within regulatory

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• ISA Certification preferred.
• Experience in the tree care or utility industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensures compliance with AES Indiana, ANSI, OSHA, and applicable safety standards.
• Verifies adherence to the IURC Tree Rule, ANSI line-clearance standards, AES Indiana line-clearing specifications, and vegetation management best management practices.
• Follows AES Indiana policies and procedures, as well as applicable federal and state environmental and endangered species requirements.
• Audits tree-trimming work performed by internal or contract crews to confirm quality, clearance, safety, and compliance with AES Indiana standards.
• Conducts quality control inspections of vegetation management activities across the AES Indiana system and documents findings as required.
• Meets with customers and property owners to answer questions, address concerns, explain planned vegetation management work, and support positive customer relations.
• Distributes customer notifications for upcoming vegetation management work, including routine line clearing, scheduled tree trimming, and project-related activities.
• Communicates with property owners regarding vegetation concerns and secures necessary permissions and access for tree crews.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Conflict resolution

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

ISA Certification preferred

Job description

AES Indiana is seeking a Utility Forester to support vegetation management across the transmission and distribution network. You will conduct field inspections, coordinate with crews, and ensure work complies with safety and environmental standards.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED, and prefer ISA Certification with prior tree-care or utility experience. You will engage with customers, document findings, and help keep line-clearance programs on schedule and within regulatory