Utility Forester / Work Planner (Urban Forestry)

Full Time

  ArborMetrics Solutions, LLC

  New Kensington, Pennsylvania, United States

Utility Forester – Work Planner (RESUME PREFERRED)

Positions available: Full time

ArborMetrics Solutions, LLC (AMS) is seeking a motivated and highly skilled individual to provide planning, scheduling, reporting, and project management for utility right-of-way vegetation management programs.

Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Inspect right-of-ways to assess vegetation conditions and determine required maintenance activities.
  • Assist with develop bid package maps and work manifests.
  • Research easement and land rights for widths, rights and restrictions.
  • Meet with land owners 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 specification and requirements.
  • Document work activity using GIS equipped computer and custom work planning software.
  • 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.

Benefits:

  • Company vehicle provided.
  • Benefits of employment include: health insurance, dental insurance, 401K with company match, paid holidays, paid sick leave, paid vacation, paid training & continuing education opportunities.

Qualifications:

  • Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time.
  • 2-4 year degree in Forestry, Natural Resource Sciences/Management, Horticulture or related field.
  • ISA Certified Arborist or ability to obtain certification within 1 year, ISA Utility Specialist preferred.
  • Working knowledge of IVM, techniques and equipment used for vegetation management.
  • Excellent personal computing skills, GIS knowledge preferred.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • At least 2 years applicable work experience preferred but not required.