Forestry Specialist

Description

AMS is looking to add a Forestry Specialist to our team! If you are an energetic professional who enjoys working outdoors, values the freedom of working independently, and enjoys a fast-paced environment and the challenges of a rewarding profession, consider a career in vegetation management with AMS.

Some of the most important characteristics of an AMS Forestry Specialist are a desire to learn, an ability to adapt, and a commitment to engage in safe, constructive interactions with the public. You are accountable for advancing a culture of safety and excellence while providing quality and value to our customers and clients.

WHAT WE OFFER:

- Industry competitive pay.

- Company vehicle with a fuel card for work purposes.

- Day 1 of Employment: Medical/Dental/Vision/VOYA/Paid Holidays/EAP (Full-Time Employees).

- After 3 months: 401K, Vacation Accrual, life insurance, short and long-term disability, Paid Maternity Leave.

- 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.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

- Responsible for work planning, crew oversight, and completed work auditing of vegetation trimming and clearing for utility construction projects.

- Responsible for communication and interaction with customers/property owners.

- Travel requirements for these positions may vary based on the specific work location and project needs.

- Candidates should be prepared for occasional travel, both day and overnight, as necessary.

WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE:

- 1 year of UVM experience & Solid, local tree identification skills preferred.

- 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).

- Experience with construction projects and/or utility vegetation management operations preferred

- Project management training or experience preferred

- Must be self-driven to independently manage assigned projects

WHAT WOULD BE AMAZING TO HAVE:

- ISA or equivalent certification preferred but not required.

- GIS experience preferred.

- Bachelor of Science or Associate Degree in Forestry or related field preferred

- Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Working Environment

Work with a team and alone; primarily in an outdoor field environment and/or low light conditions; foot patrol of energy corridors in the vicinity of power lines and/or pipelines; remote locations as well as urban, city environment; physical demands and travel from site to site, including: walking/hiking on various surfaces including flat, dry, wet, slippery, rocky, sandy, uneven, rough, unstable, steep terrain, hills and slopes, dense vegetation; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, and all types of weather extremes including snow, ice, fog, humidity, and low and high temperature conditions; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions, domestic and wild animals, insects, and poisonous plants. Other working conditions may include in a vehicle or limited time in an indoor office.

Physical

The employee must have sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a field environment; to walk up to 10 miles per day, stand, sit, and operate a motor vehicle for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, run, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp and make repetitive hand, arm and shoulder movement in the performance of daily duties (e.g., forcefully beat down brush); carry, push and/or pull light to heavy amounts of weight, frequently lift up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 60 lbs. (sandbags); to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; ability to verbally communicate to exchange information with public; ability to see and hear in normal range with or without correction; operate assigned field equipment, including handheld computer, range finder, fyrake, water backpack, shovel, and traffic cone.

Company Overview

ArborMetrics Solutions (AMS) is a trusted advisor and collaborative partner, providing expertise and innovative solutions for environmental and construction oversight and vegetation management. Successful professionals at AMS have come from a variety of backgrounds, including forestry, arboriculture, natural resource management, biology, landscape maintenance, horticulture, nursery management, environmental sciences, geology, agriculture, parks & recreation management, urban forestry, geography, and more.

For more information visit our website www.arbormetrics.com Benefits

We offer a competitive range of benefits to support our employees’ health, well-being, and financial security. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees on the first day of employment. For more information on the benefits available for this role, please contact the recruiter or hiring manager.

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.