We are currently looking to add a 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 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:
Safety & Compliance
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Identify and report safety hazards, incidents, and unsafe conditions.
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Follow AMS safety standards, including safe driving, wildfire prevention, and injury prevention protocols.
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Promote AMS values in daily actions and encourage others to do the same.
Field Operations
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Safely drive to work sites and hike rights-of-way (up to 10 miles/day).
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Inspect and document vegetation work (pruning/removal) at customer properties.
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Record vegetation data using tablets and specialized software.
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Use forestry computer systems for data entry and tracking.
Customer & Stakeholder Relations
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Address customer concerns and complaints regarding vegetation work promptly.
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Communicate effectively with leadership, auditors, clients, contractors, landowners, and the public.
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Maintain positive public relations through professional conduct.
Emergency Response & Other Responsibilities
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Participate in storm and emergency response duties as needed.
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Carry out additional duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE:
- Knowledge of tree species identification, hazard tree assessment, invasive species management, and understanding of tree growth patterns.
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Ability to hike/walk Right-of-Ways (ROW's) and drive for extended periods of time.
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Knowledgeable about Utility Vegetation Management practices.
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Experience with GIS software/technology as well as Microsoft Suite and an iPhone.
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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.
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Must be able to adapt to change.
WHAT WOULD BE AMAZING TO HAVE:
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ISA or equivalent certification preferred.
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Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
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.
