Utility Forester

We are currently looking to add a Work Planner 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 Arbor Metrics.

Some of the most important characteristics of an AMS Work Planner 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.

• Industry competitive pay.

• Company vehicle with a fuel card for work purposes.

• Day 1 of Employment:
  Medical/Dental/Vision/VOYA/Paid Holidays/EAP (Full-Time Employees).

• After 3 months: 401K, Life Insurance, Vacation Accrual, Short and Long-term Disability, Paid Maternity Leave.

• Paid Sick Time.

• Weekly Pay Cycle.

• Participation in Referral Bonus Program.

• Company sponsored Boot and clothing program (Full-Time Employees).

• Ongoing training and assistance with obtaining industry certifications.

• Organize records, maps, and paperwork for patrol circuits; maintain accurate documentation.

• Review work sites for endangered species, sensitive habitats, and incompatible vegetation.

• Safely patrol energy corridors on foot, identifying vegetation for pruning, removal, or protection per Client standards.

• Classify prescribed work in accordance with field environment and tree condition, including use of herbicide.

• Conduct Tree Risk Assessments and analyze growth rates.

• Mark vegetation and prescribe clearance actions in line with Client directives and based on ISA pruning techniques and ANSI line clearance standards & principles.

• Use digital tools and maps to identify property boundaries and landowner rights.

• Communicate work plans to property owners, agencies, and organizations.

• Obtain permissions for vegetation work from private/public landowners and agencies.

• Provide professional customer service and foster positive community relations.

• Recommend sustainable vegetation management strategies using IVM principles.

• Audit contractor work for compliance with Client specifications.

• Investigate tree-related outages and document findings.

• Address customer service and internal compliance issues.

• Coordinate non-routine work with stakeholders and contractors.

• Report safety concerns, incidents, and hazards immediately.

• Follow all safety protocols, including AMS Code of Safe Practices and wildfire prevention plans.

• Operate vehicles safely and travel to assigned work areas.

• Participate in storm and emergency response as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resources, or related discipline or equivalent work experience (education may be required dependent on client contract)

• Experience in forestry, arboriculture, horticulture or tree-related green industry preferred.

• Knowledge or practical experience in tree identification

• Knowledge of common computer applications and ability to learn new programs

• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record

• Experience with GIS software/technology as well as Microsoft Suite and an iPhone.

• Must be able to work alone, outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain.

• Must have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, strong problem solving and multi-tasking abilities and show attention to detail.

• Certified ISA Arborist is a plus.

• Being Bi-Lingual (Spanish) is a plus.

• Utility line…