Utility Arborists​/Consulting Utility Forester

Utility Arborists / Consulting Utility Forester

Join to apply for the Utility Arborists / Consulting Utility Forester role at Atlas Field Services.

We’re dedicated to the growth of our employees. We truly believe in your development and will support those who show initiative.

We’re growing but still maintain an entrepreneurial spirit, encouraging accountability and innovation.

We’re safety focused. Safety is paramount in our operations, ensuring excellence in our vegetation management services.

We’re transparent and respectful. We support each other with honest communication and trust in client and team relationships.

• Accurately identify dead and dying trees affected by drought and other environmental conditions.
• Inspect overhead power lines for proper vegetation clearance.
• Perform inspection of customer ticket requests for vegetation management.
• Document information for client’s vegetation management program.
• Inspect and assess trees for hazard or danger potential.
• Audit tree contractor's work for compliance with client specifications and needs.
• Assist in storm and emergency situations and other miscellaneous line clearance projects.
• Communicate daily with the client, contractors, landowners, and the public.
• Perform duties in a manner that promotes and maintains good public relations.
• Research easement and land rights for widths, rights, and restrictions.
• Meet with landowners to explain vegetation management work.
• Mark work in the field where required.
• Respond to public concerns and questions about the work.
• Assist in the development of public relations materials.
• Respond to contractor questions concerning work specifications and requirements.
• Inspect work completed by contractors for compliance to utility specifications.
• Assist in the management of contractors during storm restoration operations.
• Provide support and assistance on special projects as assigned by the utility.
• Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, or related field (preferred).
• ISA Certified Arborist designation (preferred);
  Certified Tree Safety Professional is a plus.
• Experience in Forestry, Arboriculture, or Horticulture (a plus).
• Tree identification skills and ability to read maps.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, strong problem‑solving capabilities, multitasking, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work alone outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain.
• Skilled with technology, basic computer and smartphone usage.
• Capability to operate a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) is a plus.

• Maintain attention and concentration for extended periods.
• Work alone in an outdoor field environment; vehicle and foot patrol of utility power lines in remote, urban, and city environments.
• Physical demands include walking/hiking on flat, dry, wet, slippery, uneven, rough, steep terrain, hills, and slopes; exposure to noise, dust, grease, and varying weather and temperature conditions; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions.

• Walk, stand, sit, and operate a motor vehicle for prolonged periods.
• Frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, run, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp, and perform repetitive hand movements.
• Carry, push, or pull light to moderate amounts of weight (5–10 lbs).
• Operate assigned equipment and vehicles.
• Verbally communicate to exchange information with the public.
• See and hear in normal range with or without correction.
• Operate assigned field equipment, including handheld computer, range finder, water backpack, shovel, and traffic cone.

Safety is a top priority at Atlas Field Services. Successful candidates will be committed to personal safety and the safety of others, recognize hazards, participate in safety briefings, and deliver industry‑specific safety messages when requested.

• Pass a pre‑employment drug test.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.

AFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

• Entry level

• Full‑time

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