Transmission Utility Forester (Maintenance)

About the role

We are currently seeking a Transmission Utility Forester (Maintenance) to support Dominion Energy in Virginia. This is a field position requiring experience with environmental compliance related to land clearing and linear construction projects. We seek an energetic professional who enjoys working outdoors and values independent work in a fast‑paced environment. Key characteristics include being open‑minded and able to engage in safe, constructive interactions with the public, while advancing a culture of safety and excellence to provide quality and value to customers. The role involves working alone outdoors in various weather and terrain, conducting vehicle and foot patrols of utility lines, and navigating remote as well as urban settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of ROW clearing operations.
• Conduct Danger Tree assessments and supervise removals.
• Ensure safe and reliable electric service delivery to the public.
• Act as the subject matter expert regarding utility vegetation management (UVM), for clients, landowners, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure tree crews are following proper safety and arboricultural practices and procedures.
• Address customer concerns related to vegetation in and adjacent to utility easements.
• Negotiate with customers for tree removal as prescribed.
• Perform QA/QC inspections on completed vegetation management work.
• Identify vegetative threats to safe & reliable electric service and develop action plans to mitigate.

Requirements

Must have:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in forestry OR one year direct UVM experience.
• Solid, local tree identification skills.
• Ability to read maps.
• Willingness to work alone, outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain.
• Superb written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, smartphones).
• Ability to travel throughout the region up to 100% during the work week.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Preferred:

• 1‑5 years prior UVM, forestry or related outdoor experience.
• Certification as an ISA Arborist, Registered Forester, or other related certificates/licenses a plus.
• Prior experience using GIS software preferred.
• A strong desire to grow and develop your career and knowledge in the UVM industry with AMS.
• Bi‑lingual speaking (English and Spanish).

Benefits

• Company vehicle with fuel card for work purposes.
• Day 1 of Employment: Medical/Dental/Vision/VOYA/Paid Holidays/EAP (Full‑Time Employees).
• After 3 months: 401K, life insurance, short and long‑term disability, Paid Maternity Leave, Vacation Accrual.
• Paid Sick Time.
• Weekly Pay Cycle.
• Participation in Referral Bonus Program.
• Boot and clothing program (Full‑Time Employees).
• Ongoing training and assistance with obtaining industry certifications.

Pay

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