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Description

We are currently seeking a Transmission Utility Forester Supervisor to join our team. We are looking for energetic professionals who enjoy working outdoors and value the freedom of working independently.  If you enjoy a fast-paced environment and the challenges of a rewarding profession, consider a career in vegetation management withAMS.

Some of the most important characteristics of an AMS Transmission Utility Forester Supervisor are a desire to learn, an ability to adapt, and a commitment to engage in safe, constructive interactions with the public. You are accountable for advancing a culture of safety and excellence while providing quality and value to our customers and clients.

WHAT WE OFFER:

+ Industry competitive pay.

+ Day 1 of Employment: Medical/Dental/Vision/VOYA/Paid Holidays/EAP (Full-Time Employees).

+ After 3 months: 401K, Life Insurance, Vacation Accrual, Short and Long-term Disability, Paid Maternity Leave.

+ Paid Sick Time.

+ Weekly Pay Cycle.

+ Participation in Referral Bonus Program.

+ Company sponsored Boot and clothing program (Full-Time Employees).

+ Ongoing training and assistance with obtaining industry certifications.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

+ Perform safety oversight of contractors to ensure compliance with all applicable safety standards during all vegetation-clearing activities.

+ Will work on Transmissionsubstationbare groundand mowprojects.

+ Assistin the planning and creation of the vegetation clearing scope of work to account for all NERC andutilityright-of-way standards and expectations.

+ Contact property owners to discuss and obtain the required written permission to perform vegetation work where necessary.

+ Perform and document quality assurance (QA) inspections on contractor’s work for compliance with scope of work, as well as the utilities and industry’s specifications.

+ Conduct hazard tree assessments.

+ Communicate daily with theutilityclient, contractors, landowners, and the public.

+ Develop a comprehensive understanding of all relevant utility and environmental standards and expectations.

+ Complete work summaries,updated QA reports and progress report updates weekly witha high levelof detail.

+ Perform duties in a manner that will promote andmaintaingood public relations.

+ Willingness to work storm duty following catastrophic weather events that affect the Utility.

+ Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE:

+ 1-3 years prior experience in Forestry, Arboriculture, Horticulture, or tree-related green industry.

+ Prior experience within UVM

+ Local tree identification skills.

+ Must have strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, the ability to multi-task, and attention to detail.

+ Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability torepresentAMSand its services professionally and positively.

+ Knowledge of common computer applications andabilityto learnnew programs.

+ Must be self-motivated, and able to work independently, outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain.

+ Must have basic computer skills (Microsoft Office).

+ Ability to work safely and independently in remote areas with limited supervision.

+ Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

+ Ability to accurately read maps and judge spatial distances.

+ Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

WHAT WOULD BE AMAZING TO HAVE:

+ Associate'sorBachelor’s degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, or related discipline preferred.

+ ISA Arborist Certification is a plus.

+ Prior experience with GIS Mapping Programs is a plus.

+ Havinga strong teammentality, work ethic, and sense of pride in your work is a plus.

+ Familiarity with powerline nomenclature and construction is a plus.

+ Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Working Environment

Work with a team and alone; primarily in an outdoor field environment and/or low light conditions; foot patrol of energy corridors in the vicinity of power lines and/or pipelines; 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, rocky, sandy, uneven, rough, unstable, steep terrain, hills and slopes, dense vegetation; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, and all types of weather extremes including snow, ice, fog, humidity, and low and high temperature conditions; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions, domestic and wild animals, insects, and poisonous plants. Other working conditions mayinclude:in a vehicle or limited time in an indoor office.

Physical

The employee must have sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a field environment; to walk up to 10 miles per day, stand, sit, and operate a motor vehicle for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, run, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp and make repetitive hand, arm and shoulder movement in the performance of daily duties (e.g., forcefully beat down brush); carry, push and/or pull light to heavy amounts of weight, frequently lift up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 60 lbs. (sandbags); to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; ability to verbally communicate to exchange information with public; ability to see and hear in normal range with or without correction; operate assigned field equipment, including handheld computer, range finder,fyrake, water backpack, shovel, and traffic cone.

Company Overview

ArborMetrics(AMS) is a leading provider of vegetation and asset management consulting services to the utility industry. Successful professionals at AMS have come from a variety of backgrounds, including forestry, arboriculture, natural resource management, biology, landscape maintenance, horticulture, nursery management, environmental sciences, geology, agriculture, parks & recreation management, urban forestry, geography, and more.

Applicants must pass a pre-employment drug test and a criminal background check.

All candidates mustpossessa valid driver's license and havea good drivingrecord.

AMS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. EOE/AA :Minority/Female/ Vets/ Disabled.

Benefits

We offer a competitive range of benefits to support our employees’ health, well-being, and financial security. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees on the first day of employment. For more information on the benefits available for this role, please contact the recruiter or hiring manager.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note:

+ _All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check._

+ _Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position._

**Notice to Agencies:** We only accept resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services if a Service Agreement has been signed and we have requested recruitment/staffing services for the specific position. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of the company, and no fees or compensation will be paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or staffing service.