Utility Arborist 

 The Arborist will be responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to tree care, such as tree identification, managing safety around trees, consulting and provides advice.

The Arborist will also have to perform regular maintenance on trees, such as pruning, planting and fertilizing. Successful candidate will be required to work efficiently and safely with the team and independently.

Performing tree maintenance, removals and operation of aerial lifts in residential and commercial environments. This job requires demonstration of a thorough knowledge of and experience with tree care practices, operation and maintenance of tree care tools, such as chainsaws, climbing saddles, PPE and lift equipment.

Responsibilities:

  • Accurately identify dead and dying trees affected by drought and other environmental conditions
  • Inspect overhead power lines for proper vegetation clearance
  • Perform inspection and work verification on post pre-inspection and post tree-trimming work
  • Document information for client’s vegetation management program
  • Inspect and assess trees for hazard or danger potential
  • Audit tree contractor's work for compliance with client specifications and needs
  • Assist in storm and emergency situations and other miscellaneous line clearance projects
  • Communicate daily with the client, contractors, landowners, and public
  • Perform duties in a manner that promotes and maintains good public relations
  • Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned

 Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, or related field preferred
  • ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) Certified Arborist Designation - preferred
  • Certified Tree Safety Professional (CTSP) preferred
  • Experience in Forestry, Arboriculture, or Horticulture a plus
  • Must possess tree identification skills and the ability to read maps
  • Must have exceptional written and verbal communication skills, strong problem-solving capabilities, the ability to multi-task, and attention to detail
  • Must be able to work alone, outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain
  • Must be skilled with technology and possess basic computer and smart phone skills
  • Capable to operate a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads
  • Bilingual (English and Spanish) is a plus

Physical Demands, Conditions, Work Environment

The physical demands, conditions, and work environment characteristics described here must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Employee must be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time.
  • Work alone in an outdoor field environment; vehicle and foot patrol of utility power lines; 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, uneven, rough, steep terrain, hills, and slopes; exposure to noise, dust, grease, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions.

 Physical

Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a field environment:

  • walk, stand, sit, and operate a motor vehicle for prolonged periods of time;
  • frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, run, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp and make repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties;
  • carry, push and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight (5 to 10 lbs.);
  • operate assigned equipment and vehicles;
  • verbally communicate to exchange information with public;
  • see and hear in normal range with or without correction;
  • operate assigned field equipment, including handheld computer, range finder, water backpack, shovel, and traffic cone.

Pre-Qualifications

  • All candidates must possess a valid driver's license

Travel:

  • This position is expected to travel to project sites and locations within Puerto Rico (including Vieques and Culebra)

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to extreme heat and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places and extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Sites can be very hot and dusty.

 The Company is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

 E-Verify: We comply with Federal law by verifying employment eligibility.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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