Contract Utility Forester | Albany, GA
Core
Conduct vegetation management for utility lines, including tree inventories, hazard inspections, and coordinating with contractors to ensure safe power delivery.
Role type
Utility Forester
Builds
Safe and sustainable vegetation management practices for utility clients
Domain
Utilities + Forestry
Required skills
species identification, invasive species knowledge, tree growth rates, utility line clearance concepts, hazard tree inspection, field data collection, map navigation, equipment maintenance
Preferred skills
GIS experience, Microsoft Office proficiency, industry certifications (ISA Certified Arborist/Utility specialist)
Responsibilities
Contact property owners and public agencies regarding pruning/removals, conduct tree and brush inventories, perform hazard tree inspections, plan work for tree contractors, gather and manage field data, validate data across database systems, enforce on-the-job safety practices, service trucks and equipment
Seniority
Mid-level, field operations