Transmission Utility Forester; Capital

Job Title

Transmission Utility Forester (Capital) at Arbor Metrics Solutions, LLC

Base pay: $26.00/hr - $34.00/hr (actual pay will be based on skills and experience).

We are currently seeking a Transmission Utility Forester (Capital) to join our team. We are looking for energetic professionals who enjoy working outdoors and value the freedom of working independently. If you enjoy a fast‑paced environment and the challenges of a rewarding profession, consider a career in vegetation management with Arbor metrics (AMS).

Some of the most important characteristics of an AMS Transmission Utility Forester (Capital) 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.

Start date:

uncertain, with an expectation of filling in Q1 2026.

• Industry competitive pay.
• Company vehicle with fuel card.
• Medical/Health/Dental/Vision/VOYA/Paid Holidays/EAP eligibility on day one of employment for full‑time employees.
• 401K, life insurance, paid vacation accrual, long‑term disability eligibility first month after 3 months of service.
• Sick Time eligibility on day 90 of employment.
• Weekly paychecks and direct deposit.
• Participation in Employee Referral Program (must meet eligibility requirements).
• Boot and clothing program (company funded).
• Ongoing training and assistance with obtaining industry certifications.

• Perform safety oversight of contractors to ensure compliance with all applicable safety standards during vegetation clearing activities.
• Assist in planning and creation of the vegetation clearing scope of work to account for all NERC and utility right‑of‑way standards and expectations.
• Contact property owners to discuss and obtain required written permission to perform vegetation work where necessary.
• Perform and document quality assurance (QA) inspections on contractor's work for compliance to scope of work, as well as the utility’s and industry’s specifications.
• Conduct hazard tree assessments.
• Communicate daily with the utility client, contractors, landowners, and the general public.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of all relevant utility and environmental standards and expectations.
• Complete work summaries, updated QA reports and progress report updates weekly with a high level of detail.
• Perform duties in a manner that promotes and maintains good public relations.
• Willingness to work storm duty following catastrophic weather events that affect the Utility.
• Drive a company vehicle safely to work locations.
• Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• 1-3 years of prior experience in Utility Vegetation Management.
• Local tree identification skills.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities, ability to multi‑task and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to represent AMS and its services professionally and positively.
• Knowledge of common computer applications and ability to learn new programs.
• Self‑motivated, able to work independently, outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Ability to work safely and independently in remote areas with limited supervision.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to accurately read maps and judge spatial distances.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, or related discipline (preferred).
• 1-3 years prior experience in Forestry, Arboriculture, Horticulture, or tree‑related green industry.
• ISA Arborist Certification (plus).
• Prior experience with GIS Mapping Programs (plus).
• Strong team mentality, work ethic, and sense of pride in your work (plus).
• Familiarity with power‑line nomenclature and construction (plus).
• Bi‑lingual (English/Spanish) (plus).

Work alone in an outdoor field environment; vehicle and foot patrol of utility power lines; remote locations as well as urban city environment;…