Forester - Union

Utility Lines Construction Services • Cedar Rapids, IA

395d • $106,912 - $106,912

About The Position

The Forester position at Union Utility Lines Construction Services, LLC involves overseeing vegetation management activities related to utility lines. The role requires coordination of line clearance activities and ensuring compliance with vegetation management standards under the supervision of the Vegetation Lead Forester. The position is critical for maintaining safe and efficient utility operations in the Cedar Rapids area.

Requirements

• Associates (or Higher) of Science in Forestry or related field.
• 5+ years of utility vegetation management experience.
• General knowledge of utility vegetation management equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate vegetation clearing activities.
• Strong computer skills, including GIS software and Microsoft toolkit planning software.
• ISA Certified Arborist or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Nice To Haves

• ISA Utility Specialist certification (recommended but not required).
• TRAQ certification (recommended but not required).

Responsibilities

• Complete in-field vegetation annual plan and line clearance activities.
• Coordinate vegetation clearing in conjunction with line rebuilds and new construction.
• Schedule crews and manage work assignments effectively.
• Research easement language and parcel identification for vegetation management.
• Notify public entities regarding transmission line clearance work.
• Secure signed permissions for necessary work.
• Conduct aerial and ground inspections of vegetation.
• Ensure compliance with FAC-003-1 and -2 NERC vegetation standards.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed