Forestry Inspector
(Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)
Full Time
CN Utility Consulting
Columbus, Ohio, United States
Title: Forestry Inspector
Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Regional Supervisor
Location: Columbus, OH
About Us:
CNUC is a highly experienced consulting and operations team with an unparalleled understanding of utility vegetation management (UVM) industry best management practices, and legal and regulatory requirements. CNUC assists utilities in improving their UVM programs through utility arborists and foresters, turn-key UVM operations, quality assurance and control, and program and compliance reviews, often combined with software and LIDAR solutions. CNUC also goes beyond operations, providing expert witness, industry analysis, legal and regulatory consulting, and the largest and most comprehensive UVM benchmarking service in North America. Through these services, CNUC is committed to serving utilities, UVM service providers and other industry stakeholders. As our company continues to grow, new opportunities are becoming available. CNUC is currently seeking a Forestry Inspector in the southern Columbus, Ohio area.
Responsibilities:
- Identification, inspection, and evaluation of trees and brush along utility lines
- Submit inspection results to utility clients with remediation recommendations
- Extensive drive time through the state inspecting vegetation management work
- Additional tasks such as safety audits, unit reporting accuracy, and accounting accuracy may be assigned
- Assistance may be required during major storm events
Requirements:
- Degree in forestry or related field and/or experience in utility line clearance
- Species identification skills and invasive species knowledge, plus knowledge of tree growth rates
- ISA Arborist Certification desirable (or ability to attain within one year)
- Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record
- Ability to work independently
- Strong verbal and written communications skills
- Excellent customer service skills a priority
- Ability to travel and work in rugged terrain and inclement weather
- Proficient in map navigation skills
- Experience with Microsoft Office and data collection software (GIS experience a plus)
Compensation
CNUC Offers:Competitive wages/excellent benefitsClothing allowanceSmart phoneCompany vehicle/fuel cardOngoing training and credentialingAccess to industry related training materialsFull-time positions include participation in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after 1 year of employment. Pre-employment and post-hiring drug screening is a condition of employment.