Utility Forester – Work Planner - INTERN (RESUME PREFERRED)

Positions available: Temporary Full time (Time will vary, not to exceed 6 months)

ArborMetrics Solutions, LLC. (AMS) is seeking a motivated and highly skilled individual to provide planning, scheduling, reporting, and project management for utility right-of-way vegetation management programs.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Could work alongside an experienced full time AMS Utility Forester.
• Inspect right-of-ways to assess vegetation conditions and determine required maintenance activities.
• Assist with develop bid package maps and work manifests.
• Research easement and land rights for widths, rights and restrictions.
• Meet with land owners to explain vegetation management work.
• Mark work in the field where required.
• Respond to public concerns and questions about the work.
• Assist in the development of public relations materials.
• Respond to contractor questions concerning work specification and requirements.
• Document work activity using GIS equipped computer and custom work planning software.
• Inspect work completed by contractors for compliance to utility specifications.
• Assist in the management of contractors during storm restoration operations.
• Provide support and assistance on special projects as assigned by the utility.

Benefits:

• There are no benefits for this temporary full time position

Qualifications:

• Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time.
• Currently pursuing a 2-4 year degree in Forestry, Natural Resource Sciences/Management, Horticulture or related field.
• Working knowledge of out Integrated Vegetation Management (IVM), techniques and equipment used for vegetation management preferred.
• Excellent personal computing skills, GIS knowledge preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.

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Physical Requirements:

Hazards:

• Works in all temperatures and weather
• May work around excessive noise from machines, chain saw, wood chipper and other equipment with hearing protection
• May be exposed to nature i.e., irritating plants and biting or stinging insects, and dust
• May work on un level terrain
• May be exposed to dogs and other animals

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Obtains oral/written permission from property owners to trim or remove trees and apply herbicides. Arranges with customer or property owner to obtain access to property, advises of any interruption in services, explains work to be performed, etc.
• Discusses responsibility for apparent damage to property, repairs for minor damage, and refers controversial cases to the General Foreperson/Project Coordinator.

RESUME PREFERRED

Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation.  Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation should contact the ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 1339.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and vets.