Transmission Utility Forester; Capital

Transmission Utility Forester (Capital)

Arbor Metrics Solutions, LLC

$26.00/hr - $34.00/hr

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).

This position has an uncertain start date, with an expectation of fulfillment in Q1 2026.

• Perform safety oversight of contractors to ensure compliance with all applicable safety standards during vegetation clearing activities.
• Assist in planning and creation of 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 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.
• Willingly work storm duty following catastrophic weather events that affect the Utility.
• Drive a company vehicle safely to work locations for the organization.
• Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• 1‑3 years prior experience in Utility Vegetation Management.
• Local tree identification skills.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities, ability to multi‑task and an attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to represent AMS and its services in a professional and positive manner.
• 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 independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to accurately read maps and judge spatial distances.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

• Associates 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 is a plus.
• Prior experience with GIS Mapping Programs a plus.
• Strong team mentality, work ethic, and sense of pride in your work a plus.
• Familiarity with powerline nomenclature and construction a plus.
• Bi‑lingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

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 the essential job functions.

The employee must have sufficient physical ability and mobility to walk up to 10 miles per day, stand, sit, and operate a motor vehicle for prolonged periods; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, run, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp and make repetitive hand, arm and shoulder movements; to carry, push, and/or pull light to heavy amounts of weight, frequently lifting up to 10 lbs and occasionally up to 60 lbs;

to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; to verbally communicate with the public; to…