Consulting Utility Forester

Base pay range

$18.00 / hr - $20.00 / hr

Description

We are currently seeking a Consulting Utility Forester to join our team. We are looking for an energetic professional who enjoys working outdoors and values 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 ArborMetrics. This role is ideal for entry-level professionals looking to gain experience in the green industry, or for seasoned professionals interested in changing careers. Some of the most important characteristics of an AMS Consulting Utility Forester is 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 You Will Do

• Inspect and assess customer requests for pruning or removals.
• Secure clear rights-of-way for new line and pole construction.
• Handle customer complaints related to scheduled pruning and / or completed pruning.
• Audit tree contractor's work for compliance with utility's specifications.
• Assist in storm and emergency situations and other miscellaneous line clearance projects.
• Assist in investigating and recommending future R-O-W maintenance requirements. Operate system forestry computer programs and record systems.
• 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.
• Drive a company vehicle safely to work locations for the organization.
• Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What You Need To Have

What Would Be Amazing To Have

Working Environment

Work alone in an outdoor field environment; vehicle and foot patrol of utility power lines; 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, uneven, rough, steep terrain, hills, and slopes; exposure to noise, dust, grease, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions. Reasonable accommodation, if available, may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Physical

The team member must have the 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 a 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. For more information visit arbormetrics.com

Compliance and Equal Opportunity

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 Affi rmative Action Employer (EOE / AA : Minority / Female / Vets / Disabled). Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security / U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

Benefits

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 recruiter or hiring manager.

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