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- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Consulting Utility Forester (Hazard Tree Assessments)

PRF Forestry Specialists -
North Carolina

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Job Details

Full-time | Contract
From $20 an hour
9 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Professional development assistance
Safety equipment provided
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Forestry
Mapping using GIS
Outdoor work experience
Company vehicle operation
GPS
Driver's License
Attention to detail
GIS software
GPS devices
Productivity software
Forestry
Associate's degree
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Full Job Description

Are you looking for a career that blends your love of the outdoors with meaningful environmental impact? PRF is actively hiring multiple Consulting Utility Foresters to support utility vegetation management and tree risk assessment projects throughout North and South Carolina. In this role, you’ll work outside daily, directly improving public safety, service reliability, and community resilience.

What You’ll Do:

Perform field-based forestry work along utility rights-of-way
Identify, mark, and document hazard trees and vegetation risks
Use GIS, GPS units, iPads, and mobile software to collect and manage data
Travel up to 25% throughout a 4 day week (10 hour days)

What You’ll Need:

Must be at least 18 years old
Valid driver’s license
Associate degree in Forestry, Natural Resources, or a related field (Bachelor’s preferred)
Field experience in forestry, vegetation management, or utility arboriculture (preferred)
Familiarity with GIS mapping, GPS devices, and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work independently and stay motivated in outdoor environments
Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred Certifications (Boosts Pay):

ISA Certified Arborist
ISA Utility Specialist
TRAQ, CTSP, or other forestry-related licenses

Why This Work Matters:

Helps prevent wildfires and power outages
Promotes safe, reliable electric service for homes and businesses
Supports local environmental health and responsible tree care
Gives back to communities by protecting infrastructure and natural landscapes

What We Offer:

Company-provided vehicles for all field employees
Per diem for food and lodging during travel
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Monthly cell phone stipend
Tablets for daily field use
Annual footwear stipend
Branded apparel and PPE provided (and required)

You’ll Excel If You Are:

Reliable – Consistently delivers accurate and timely work
Adaptable – Comfortable navigating rural, urban, and forested environments
Detail-Oriented – Accurate data collection and vegetation assessments
Independent – Works well with limited supervision
Outdoor Enthusiast – Loves fieldwork and being in nature daily

Apply today to join PRF as a Consulting Utility Forester and help protect people, power lines, and the natural environment.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Can you pass a drug screening, motor vehicle and background report?
Do you have a passion for trees and being outdoors?

Work Location: On the road

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