Consulting Utility Forester

About the role

At Eocene Environmental Group, Inc., we are dedicated to protecting communities, enhancing ecosystems, and ensuring the safe delivery of power across diverse landscapes. As a Consulting Utility Forester, you will work directly with utility clients, property owners, and contractors to ensure safe and sustainable vegetation management practices.

Responsibilities

• Contact property owners & public agencies regarding pruning and/or removals
• Conduct tree and brush inventories
• Conduct hazard tree inspections and evaluations
• Plan work for tree contractors
• Gather and manage field data; including tree species, size, and distance from conductors
• Validate data across various database systems to ensure reporting is accurate
• Verify that summaries and charts accurately reflect underlying datasets
• Safeguard employees and public from hazards in and around the work area
• Enforce on-the-job safety practices
• Carry and utilize materials, tools, and equipment at work site
• Service trucks and equipment, keep trucks and other assigned equipment in a neat and orderly fashion

Requirements

• Exhibit proficiency in program specifications, regulations, and standards
• Superior species identification skills and invasive species knowledge, plus knowledge of tree growth rates
• Ability to interact with staff and other stakeholders as required or directed
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Superior organization and time management skills

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
• Ability to obtain ISA Arborist Certification within 12 months upon job offer
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Ability to work independently
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Excellent customer service skills a priority
• Experience with map navigation skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office and data collection software (GIS experience a plus)

Skills

• Knowledge of program specifications, regulations, and standards
• Superior species identification skills and invasive species knowledge
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience with map navigation and data collection software

Benefits

• Employee-Owned Company
• Career Development Support
• Company Vehicle for Work Use
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Recognized Holidays
• Workwear Allowance
• Wellness Incentives
• Competitive Health Coverage

Pay

$18.00-$27.00 per hour depending on experience

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate fieldwork and occasional travel