Utility Forester

AES US • Indianapolis, IN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Utility Forester supports AES Indiana’s vegetation management program by conducting field inspections, auditing line-clearance work, coordinating customer notifications, addressing property-owner concerns, and confirming compliance with applicable safety, regulatory, environmental, and vegetation management standards.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer-service and conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• Results oriented, self-motivated, and able to work with limited direct supervision.

Nice To Haves

• ISA Certification is preferred
• Experience in the tree care or utility industry is preferred.
• Additional vocational, technical, arboricultural, or utility-related training.

Responsibilities

• Ensures compliance with AES Indiana, ANSI, OSHA, and applicable safety standards.
• Verifies adherence to the IURC Tree Rule, ANSI line-clearance standards, AES Indiana line-clearing specifications, and vegetation management best management practices.
• Follows AES Indiana policies and procedures, as well as applicable federal and state environmental and endangered species requirements.
• Audits tree-trimming work performed by internal or contract crews to confirm quality, clearance, safety, and compliance with AES Indiana standards.
• Conducts quality control inspections of vegetation management activities across the AES Indiana system and documents findings as required.
• Meets with customers and property owners to answer questions, address concerns, explain planned vegetation management work, and support positive customer relations.
• Distributes customer notifications for upcoming vegetation management work, including routine line clearing, scheduled tree trimming, and project-related activities.
• Communicates with property owners regarding vegetation concerns and secures necessary permissions and access for tree crews.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED