Consulting Utility Forester
(Forester)
Full Time
Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States
CN Utility Consulting, Inc. (CNUC) is currently seeking qualified, highly motivated individuals for the Chattanooga, TN area. 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.
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
Qualifications:
- 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
- One or more years of field related experience
- ISA Arborist Certification desirable (or ability to attain within one year)
- Experience with Microsoft Office and data collection software (GIS experience a plus)
- Proficient in map navigation skills
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Ability to travel and work in rugged terrain and inclement weather
- Ability to work independently
Compensation
CNUC offers competitive wages, excellent benefits, ongoing training and credentialing, and access to industry related training materials. In addition, a clothing allowance, smart phone, company vehicle and fuel card are provided. Full-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.