Consulting Utility Forester/ Utility Arborist - Killeen - Atlas Field Services

Description

About Us

At Atlas Field Services, we prioritize the growth and development of our employees. We're committed to helping you reach your full potential and offer opportunities for those who show initiative.

We maintain an entrepreneurial spirit while still growing as a company. This means giving you the autonomy to take ownership of your role and be accountable for your actions. We encourage innovation and invite our employees to share their ideas with us.

Safety First

Safety is our top priority at Atlas Field Services. We strive to provide excellent service to our clients while ensuring that all employees are safe and healthy. We emphasize transparency and respect in our communication and believe that trust is essential to our success.

Your Role

You'll thrive in this position if you enjoy working outdoors and are willing to adapt to demanding situations. You should be able to work independently, have the tools and resources necessary to complete tasks efficiently, and possess strong communication skills.

Responsibilities:

• Tree Identification and Assessment: Accurately identify dead and dying trees affected by drought and other environmental conditions.
• Vegetation Clearance Inspection: Inspect overhead power lines for proper vegetation clearance.
• Work Verification: Perform inspection and work verification on post pre-inspection and post tree-trimming work.
• Hazard Assessment: Inspect and assess trees for hazard or danger potential.
• Property Evaluation: Assess individual property and prescribe work needed to adhere to current VM guidelines.
• Customer Communication: Communicate with customers/landowners concerned about current VM practices, discuss individualized property plans, and document visits.
• Storm Response: Respond to storm events across the system outside of normal business hours.
• VM Storm Desk Management: Manage the VM Storm Desk, including the use of I-Dispatch, Smart Grid Reports, and email updates.
• Aerial Audits: Perform aerial audits for transmission.
• Special Projects: Provide support and assistance on special projects assigned by the utility.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Forestry, Horticulture, or a related field, or equivalent education and/or experience.
• ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) Certified Arborist Designation.
• Texas Pesticide Applicators License.
• Minimum of two (2) years related utility experience.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Knowledge of FAC-003 and proficiency with GPS mapping tools.
• Knowledge of electric utility facilities and hardware.
• Knowledge of vegetation management and herbicide use preferred.
• Demonstrate proficiency in dealing with escalated customer issues.
• Demonstrate professionalism in customer relations and organization.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, strong problem-solving capabilities, ability to multi-task, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work alone, outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain in a safe manner.
• Skilled with technology and possess Microsoft Office and smartphone skills.
• Capable of operating a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) a plus, not required.

Physical Demands and 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.

• Maintain attention and concentration for extended periods.
• 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.

Primary Functions

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.
• 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 the 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.

Safety

Safety is a top priority at Atlas Field Services. Successful candidates will be committed to their personal safety and to the safety of others. The role requires having a general understanding and the ability to identify safety hazards and report any unsafe working conditions. The position requires being an active participant in safety briefings and delivering industry-specific safety messages to a broad audience when called upon.

Pre-Qualifications

• Applicants must pass a pre-employment drug test.
• All candidates must possess a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.

What We Offer

We provide truck or all-terrain vehicle, industry-competitive compensation, paid time off, health, dental, and vision, life insurance, and 401K.

Job Type: Full-time

Compensation: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour, depending on experience

AFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer