Consulting Utility Forester

Description

• Review work sites for endangered species, sensitive habitats, and incompatible vegetation.
• Address customer service and internal compliance issues.
• 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.
• Report safety concerns, incidents, and hazards immediately.
• Mark vegetation and prescribe clearance actions in line with Client directives and based on ISA pruning techniques and ANSI line clearance standards & principles.
• Recommend sustainable vegetation management strategies using IVM principles.
• Operate vehicles safely and travel to assigned work areas.
• Audit contractor work for compliance with Client specifications.
• Follow all safety protocols, including AMS Code of Safe Practices and wildfire prevention plans.
• Organize records, maps, and paperwork for patrol circuits; maintain accurate documentation.
• Participate in storm and emergency response as needed.
• Coordinate non-routine work with stakeholders and contractors.
• Conduct Tree Risk Assessments and analyze growth rates.
• Investigate tree-related outages and document findings.
• Obtain permissions for vegetation work from private/public landowners and agencies.
• Communicate work plans to property owners, agencies, and organizations.
• Use digital tools and maps to identify property boundaries and landowner rights.
• Ongoing training and assistance with obtaining industry certifications.
• Provide professional customer service and foster positive community relations.

Requirements

• Knowledge of common computer applications and ability to learn new programs
• ISA Certification Required.
• All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.
• Utility line clearance or tree trimming experience.
• Must be able to work alone, outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain.
• Experience with GIS software/technology as well as Microsoft Suite and an iPhone.
• Knowledge or practical experience in tree identification
• 2-3 years UVM experience with Forestry related degree or 3-5 years UVM experience without related degree.
• Must have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, strong problem solving and multi-tasking abilities and show attention to detail.
• Being Bi-Lingual (Spanish) is a plus.
• Experience in forestry, arboriculture, horticulture or tree-related green industry.
• Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record

Benefits

• Participation in Referral Bonus Program.
• Industry competitive pay.
• After 3 months: 401K, Life Insurance, Vacation Accrual, Short and Long-term Disability, Paid Maternity Leave.
• Weekly Pay Cycle.
• Company sponsored Boot and clothing program (Full-Time Employees).
• Company vehicle with a fuel card for work purposes.
• Paid Sick Time.
• Day 1 of Employment: Medical/Dental/Vision/VOYA/Paid Holidays/EAP (Full-Time Employees).

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance