Right of Way Specialist
Listed on 2026-01-20
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Outdoor / Nature
Requisition Number: 5156-OTHLOC-CapCYfwT
Salary Range: USD $28.00 - USD $32.00 (Hourly)
DescriptionWe are currently seeking a Right of Way Specialist 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 AMS.
What We Offer- Industry competitive pay.
- Company vehicle with 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, short and long‑term disability, Paid Maternity Leave, Vacation Accrual.
- Paid Sick Time.
- Weekly Pay Cycle.
- Participation in Referral Bonus Program.
- Boot and clothing program (Full‑Time Employees).
- Ongoing training and assistance with obtaining industry certifications.
- Resolve encroachment issues by building trust with landowners and internal stakeholders.
- Manage one or more concurrent projects spread across different geographical locations.
- Read and interpret transmission construction engineering plans.
- Maintain detailed records.
- Execute memorandum of understanding (MoU) with landowners.
- Communicate daily with the utility client, contractors, landowners and the general public.
- Perform duties in a manner that will promote and maintain good public relations and work safety practices.
- Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Business, Real Estate, Project Management, or related field.
- Ability to read Land and other Legal Documents (i.e. easements, surveys, construction drawings, property deeds, etc.).
- Must have basic computer skills.
- 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.
- Must be able to adapt to change.
- Prior utility or utility vegetation management (UVM) or related field work experience.
- Prior experience with GIS Software/Technology.
- Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat Pro.
The team member 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.
Overview
Arbor metrics Solutions (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. For more information visit our website
Pre‑employment ScreeningApplicants 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.
Equal OpportunityAMS is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. EOE/AA:
Minority/Female/Vets/Disabled.
We offer a competitive range of benefits to support our employees’ health, well‑being, and financial security. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees on the first day of employment. For more information on the benefits available for this role, please contact the…
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