Roving Utility Arborist/Forester

Description

We are currently seeking Roving Utility Arborist/Forester to support hazard tree assessments and other vegetation management planning projects throughout the western United States.
As a Roving Utility Arborist/Utility Forester your office is the great outdoors! We keep the lights on anywhere there is a power line - whether in the city, the rural countryside, or deep in the remote forest. As an ArborMetrics Forester, you will keep communities informed about the trees and power lines while ensuring safe delivery of their power.
Job Type: Full Time, Seasonal
Location: On the road, roving work in the following states: WA, ID, MT, OR, CA

Pay:

• Travel Required: meals and lodging reimbursement apply, up to $900/week
• Up to 60-hour work week (up to 20 hours of OT/week)

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Industry competitive pay.
• Company vehicle with fuel card to take to and from home & work.
• Medical/Health/Dental/Vision/VOYA/Vacation Accrual/Paid Holidays/EAP eligibility on day one of employment (Full-Time Employees).
• 401K, life insurance, long-term disability eligibility first of the month after 3 months of service.
• Sick Time eligibility on day 90 of employment.
• Weekly pay checks and direct deposit.
• Participation in Employee Referral Program (must meet eligibility requirements).
• Boot and clothing program (company funded).
• Ongoing training and assistance with obtaining industry certifications.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Inspect power line rights-of-way to assess vegetation conditions and determine required maintenance activities based on client specifications
• Maintenance planning activities including machine work, herbicide application, capital projects, and unplanned response work. Worker completes plans thoroughly and with a high level of accuracy.
• Perform tree health assessments – Level 1 and Level 2, Tree Risk Assessment
• Notify property owners of assessment being performed, when necessary.
• Inform property owners of required vegetation management work and obtain necessary permissions
• Research and document property ownership for owner notifications
• Exhibits experience and skills required to negotiate complaint resolutions
• Document and record information with mobile device using GIS software
• Operate with the highest level of personal and public safety.
• Communicate daily with the utility client, contractors, landowners and the general public. Includes responding to emails/phone calls promptly
• Perform duties in a manner that will promote and maintain good public relations.
• Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE:

• Must have solid tree identification skills and the ability to read maps.
• Must have exceptional written and verbal communication skills, strong problem-solving abilities, the ability to multi-task and attention to detail.
• Must be able to work alone, outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain.
• Must have basic computer skills.

WHAT WOULD BE AMAZING TO HAVE:

• Current ISA arborist certification
• Current ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) certification.
• Bachelor’s or Associates degree in Forestry, Environmental Science or related field preferred.
Previous Forester/Arboriculture/Tree Care working experience

Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package that provides a foundation of support for the health, safety, and security of you and your family. We are proud to extend a broad selection of benefits to meet your needs—and medical, dental, and vision benefits start on the first day of employment.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note:

• All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.
• Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Notice to Agencies: We only accept resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services if a Service Agreement has been signed and we have requested recruitment/staffing services for the specific position. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of the company, and no fees or compensation will be paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or staffing service.