Title:  Transmission Forester

Type: Full Time

Reports To: Regional Supervisor

About Us:

CNUC is a highly experienced consulting and operations team with an unparalleled understanding of utility vegetation management (UVM) industry best management practices, and legal and regulatory requirements. CNUC assists utilities in improving their UVM programs through inspection and auditing services, emergency response, consulting, and research, often combined with software and LiDAR solutions. CNUC also goes beyond operations by providing the largest and most comprehensive UVM benchmarking service in North America.  As our company continues to grow, new opportunities are becoming available. 

Responsibilities:

• This position requires a heavy emphasis on travel, with extensive travel throughout New Jersey, as well as occasional travel overnight. 
• Manage and plan work for small and large utility rights-of-way clearing projects
• This position is primarily field based; administrative tasks are required and will be performed remotely on daily basis
• Writing scopes of work documents, auditing new construction work, and verifying environmental conditions and surveyed boundaries
• Collect tree data for field surveys along electric utility lines
• Operate and maintain all field equipment
• Contact and communicate with private landowners and land agencies on an regular basis
• Interact with the public and coworkers in a professional manner
• Exceptional communication, time management, and organizational skills
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in forestry or related field preferred
• Ability to identify eastern U.S. tree species as well as common invasive plant species
• ISA Arborist Certification preferred
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Ability to work independently with good time management
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to travel and work in rugged terrain and inclement weather
• Positive attitude and commitment to quality are essential
• Proficient in map navigation skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office and data collection software a plus

CNUC Offers:

• Competitive wages/excellent benefits
• Clothing allowance
• Company provided smart phone
• Company vehicle/fuel card
• Ongoing training and credentialing
• Access to industry related training materials

Full-time positions include participation in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after 1 year of employment.  Pre-employment and post-hiring drug screening is a condition of employment. 

To apply, please visit our website at http://www.cnutility.com/careers/ and submit an application.