Consulting Utility Forester
The Consulting Utility Forester at Confidential Client plays a critical role in maintaining safe and reliable utility infrastructure through vegetation management and environmental stewardship. This full-time, on-site position involves conducting field inspections, using GIS and mobile technology for data collection, and collaborating with teams to implement vegetation solutions that ensure compliance and public safety. The role offers career growth opportunities within an employee-owned company committed to training and professional development.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Scientific & QA.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Overview
Confidential Client is hiring a Consulting Utility Forester (Vegetation Management / Utility Forester) to support utility rights-of-way (ROW) inspection, vegetation assessments, and field data collection in and around Augusta, ME. This is a full-time, field-focused role ideal for candidates who enjoy outdoor work, GIS-driven data collection, and collaborating with crews and planners to keep infrastructure safe and reliable.
What You’ll Do
As a vegetation management professional you will:
- Conduct vegetation inspections and assessments along utility rights-of-way and distribution/transmission corridors.
- Identify tree and brush management needs and recommend treatment plans to maintain reliability and compliance.
- Use GIS mapping and mobile technology to collect, document, and report field data.
- Evaluate terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions to support safe work planning.
- Collaborate with planners, project managers, contractors, and field crews to implement vegetation solutions.
- Support utilities’ compliance, reliability, and public safety objectives during routine and project work.
Qualifications
Required
- Passion for working outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions near Augusta, ME.
- Experience reading and interpreting GIS maps and spatial data on mobile devices.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to work effectively in teams.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable using mobile data collection tools.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record; ability to operate a 4x4 vehicle and ATV.
- Knowledge of local tree species identification and growth patterns relevant to utility ROW.
- Prior utility vegetation management, right-of-way inspection, or similar field experience.
Preferred
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science, or related field.
- ISA Certified Arborist® or equivalent certification.
Compensation & Perks
- Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour (dependent on experience, education, and certifications).
- Company vehicle for commuting and field work.
- Company-provided mobile phone.
- Up to 25% travel as needed for project coverage.
Career Development & Training
- Access to industry-leading training and mentorship.
- Clear advancement pathways into specialized or leadership roles within vegetation management.
- Opportunities to grow technical skills (GIS, arboriculture, environmental permitting) and project management experience.
Comprehensive Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Paid time off and paid parental leave.
- Retirement plan with company match and employee stock purchase opportunities (program details vary by employer).
- Employee referral, scholarship, and charitable matching programs.
- Discounts on company services and select products.
Additional Information & Requirements
- Pre-employment drug screening, background check, and identity verification required.
- Reasonable accommodations will be provided as required by law to enable qualified applicants with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- This position is based in Augusta, ME (on-site / field work). Employment is with Confidential Client; Careertakes is acting as the recruiting partner.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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