Consulting Utility Forester

Overview

We are seeking a Consulting Utility Forester to join our team at ArborMetrics Solutions, LLC . This role is suitable for entry-level professionals looking to gain experience in the green industry or for seasoned professionals considering a change in careers.

What You Will Do

• Inspect and assess customer requests for pruning or removals.
• Secure clear rights-of-way for new line and pole construction.
• Handle customer complaints related to scheduled pruning and / or completed pruning.
• Audit tree contractor's work for compliance with utility's specifications.
• Assist in storm and emergency situations and other miscellaneous line clearance projects.
• Assist in investigating and recommending future rights-of-way maintenance requirements; operate system forestry computer programs and record systems.
• Communicate daily with the utility client, contractors, landowners and the general public.
• Perform duties in a manner that will promote and maintain good public relations.
• Drive a company vehicle safely to work locations for the organization.
• Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What You Need To Have

What Would Be Amazing To Have

Working Environment

Work alone in an outdoor field environment; vehicle and foot patrol of utility power lines; remote locations as well as urban environments; physical demands and travel from site to site, including walking / hiking on various surfaces; exposure to noise, dust, grease, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions. Reasonable accommodation, if available, may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Physical

The team member must have the physical ability and mobility to work in a field environment; to walk up to 10 miles per day, stand, sit, and operate a motor vehicle for prolonged periods; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, run, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp and perform repetitive hand, arm and shoulder movements; to carry, push and / or pull light to heavy amounts of weight, frequently lift up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 60 lbs.; to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; ability to verbally communicate to exchange information with the public; ability to see and hear in normal range with or without correction; operate handheld field equipment such as range finders, and traffic cones.

Company Overview

ArborMetrics Solutions (AMS) is a leading provider of vegetation and asset management consulting services to the utility industry. For more information visit our website at www.arbormetrics.com.

Benefits

Applicants must pass a pre-employment drug test and a criminal background check. All candidates must possess a valid driver's license and have a good driving record. AMS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. EOE / AA : Minority / Female / Vets / Disabled. Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security / U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

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