We are currently looking to add a Consulting Utility Forester to our team! If you are an energetic professional who enjoys working outdoors, values the freedom of working independently, enjoys a fast-paced environment and the challenges of a rewarding profession, consider a career in vegetation management with ArborMetrics.
Some of the most important characteristics of an AMS Utility Forester are a desire to learn, an ability to adapt, and a commitment to engage in safe, constructive interactions with the public. You are accountable for advancing a culture of safety and excellence while providing quality and value to our customers and clients.
WHAT WE OFFER:
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Industry competitive pay.
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Company vehicle with a fuel card for work purposes.
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Day 1 of Employment: Medical/Dental/Vision/VOYA/Paid Holidays/EAP (Full-Time Employees).
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After 3 months: 401K, Life Insurance, Vacation Accrual, Short and Long-term Disability, Paid Maternity Leave.
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Paid Sick Time.
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Weekly Pay Cycle.
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Participation in Performance Incentive and Referral Bonus Program.
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Company sponsored Boot and clothing program (Full-Time Employees).
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Ongoing training and assistance with obtaining industry certifications.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Pre-Patrol Preparation
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Organize records, maps, and paperwork for patrol circuits; maintain accurate documentation.
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Review work sites for endangered species, sensitive habitats, and incompatible vegetation.
Field Patrol Duties
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Safely patrol energy corridors on foot, identifying vegetation for pruning, removal, or protection per Client standards.
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Classify prescribed work in accordance with field environment and tree condition, including use of herbicide.
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Conduct Tree Risk Assessments and analyze growth rates.
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Mark vegetation and prescribe clearance actions in line with Client directives and based on ISA pruning techniques and ANSI line clearance standards & principles.
Landowner & Stakeholder Engagement
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Use digital tools and maps to identify property boundaries and landowner rights.
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Communicate work plans to property owners, agencies, and organizations.
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Obtain permissions for vegetation work from private/public landowners and agencies.
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Provide professional customer service and foster positive community relations.
Vegetation Management & Compliance
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Recommend sustainable vegetation management strategies using IVM principles.
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Audit contractor work for compliance with Client specifications.
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Investigate tree-related outages and document findings.
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Address customer service and internal compliance issues.
Coordination & Safety
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Coordinate non-routine work with stakeholders and contractors.
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Report safety concerns, incidents, and hazards immediately.
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Follow all safety protocols, including AMS Code of Safe Practices and wildfire prevention plans.
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Operate vehicles safely and travel to assigned work areas.
Additional Responsibilities
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Participate in storm and emergency response as needed.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE:
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High School Diploma
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One year minimum experience in electric utility vegetation management (UVM.)
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Licensed Public Pesticide Operator (Public Utility) or the ability to obtain this license.
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Knowledge or practical experience in tree identification
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Knowledge of common computer applications and ability to learn new programs
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Valid US driver’s license and safe driving record.
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Experience with GIS software/technology as well as Microsoft Suite and iPhone/iPad products.
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Must be able to work alone, outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain.
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Must have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, strong problem solving and multi-tasking abilities and show attention to detail.
WHAT WOULD BE AMAZING TO HAVE:
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Associate or bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resources, or related discipline or equivalent work experience
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Experience in forestry, arboriculture, horticulture or tree-related green industry preferred.
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Certified ISA Arborist is a plus.
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Project management or crew oversight experience is ideal.
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Being Bi-Lingual (Spanish) is a plus.
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Utility line clearance or tree trimming experience.
Working Environment
Work with a team and alone; primarily in an outdoor field environment and/or low light conditions; foot patrol of energy corridors in the vicinity of power lines and/or pipelines; remote locations as well as urban, city environment; physical demands and travel from site to site, including: walking/hiking on various surfaces including flat, dry, wet, slippery, rocky, sandy, uneven, rough, unstable, steep terrain, hills and slopes, dense vegetation; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, and all types of weather extremes including snow, ice, fog, humidity, and low and high temperature conditions; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions, domestic and wild animals, insects, and poisonous plants. Other working conditions may include: in a vehicle or limited time in an indoor office.
Physical
The employee must have sufficient 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 of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, run, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp and make repetitive hand, arm and shoulder movement in the performance of daily duties (e.g., forcefully beat down brush); carry, push and/or pull light to heavy amounts of weight, frequently lift up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 60 lbs. (sandbags); to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; ability to verbally communicate to exchange information with public; ability to see and hear in normal range with or without correction; operate assigned field equipment, including handheld computer, range finder, fyrake, water backpack, shovel, and traffic cone.
Company Overview
ArborMetrics (AMS) is a leading provider of vegetation and asset management consulting services to the utility industry. Successful professionals at AMS have come from a variety of backgrounds, including forestry, arboriculture, natural resource management, biology, landscape maintenance, horticulture, nursery management, environmental sciences, geology, agriculture, parks & recreation management, urban forestry, geography, and more.
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.
