Utility Arborist - Distribution

Iapetus Holdings LLC•Athens, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Atlas Field Services is actively scouting for Utility Arborists - Distribution - to join our team as full-time employees. We are looking to fill this role in the client’s service area - Athens, GA. We’re dedicated to the growth of our employees and truly believe in your development. For those who show initiative, we will do what it takes to get you where you want to go. We’re growing but still maintain an entrepreneurial spirit. We give you room to be accountable and responsible in your role. We believe progression is driven by innovation, and we encourage our employees to bring their ideas forward. We’re safety-focused. Safety is paramount in how we operate as we believe in providing excellence in our service to our vegetation management clients. We’re transparent and respectful. We support each other and are transparent and honest in our communication. We believe that trust is the foundation to our success with clients and within our team.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Forestry or related field required.
ISA Certified Arborist or Natural Sciences BS Degree.
At least 3 years’ experience as an inventory arborist (work planner), design arborist, or quality arborist.
A minimum of 1 year of utility line clearance experience or utility work planning experience.
Fully qualified to relieve a client's arborist.
Proficient in OM and CM work processes and WMS processes.
Ability to easily learn applicable computer systems with basic understanding of GPS and/or GIS-based systems.
Customer Services experience is required.
Basic tree identification skills.
Basic knowledge of electric utility systems.
Basic knowledge of regional tree species, their growth rates, structural characteristics, and failure characteristics.
Applicants must pass a pre-employment drug test.
All candidates must possess a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.

Nice To Haves

You’re energetic and enjoy working outdoors.
You understand that this space can be demanding, and you make sure you have the tools and resources to get the job done.
You have experience in vegetation management and utility space.

Responsibilities

Inspect rights-of-way to assess vegetation conditions and determine required maintenance activities.
High utilization of client systems and applications.
Assist with developing bid package maps and work manifests.
Research easement and land rights for widths, rights, and restrictions.
Meet with landowners to explain vegetation management work.
Mark works 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.
Inspect work completed by contractors for compliance with utility specifications.
Assist in the management of contractors during storm restoration operations.
Provide support and assistance on special projects assigned by the utility.