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, Natural Resource Consulting & Utility Vegetation Management.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Position Overview

Confidential Client is hiring multiple full-time Consulting Utility Forester roles based in Norfolk, VA (additional coverage includes Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Newport News). This on-site field role supports utility vegetation management and environmental consulting projects that keep powerlines safe and protect natural resources. Ideal candidates enjoy outdoor fieldwork, using GIS and mobile tech, and working collaboratively with crews and utility clients.

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What You’ll Do

As a Consulting Utility Forester / Vegetation Management professional you will:

• Conduct vegetation inspections and field assessments along utility rights-of-way
• Identify tree and brush management needs and recommend appropriate treatment plans
• Support Integrated Vegetation Management (IVM) and environmental compliance projects
• Collect and document field data using GIS mapping and mobile technology
• Evaluate terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions within project areas
• Collaborate with planners, project managers, and field crews to implement vegetation solutions
• Help utilities maintain safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance

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What We’re Looking For

Required qualifications and attributes:

• Passion for outdoor work and ability to perform in varying terrain and weather
• Ability to read and interpret GIS maps and spatial data
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable using mobile field technology
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
• Ability to operate a 4x4 vehicle and travel within the service area (travel up to ~25%)
• Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, local tree species identification and growth patterns

Preferred qualifications:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science, or related field
• Utility vegetation management or rights-of-way experience
• ISA Certified Arborist® or equivalent credentials
• Leadership experience and interest in career advancement

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $20 - $27 per hour (based on experience, education, and certifications)
• Company vehicle provided for commuting and field work
• Company-provided cell phone
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off, holidays, and paid parental leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan and other employee discount programs
• Employee referral bonus, scholarship program, charitable gift matching, and other perks

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Career Development & Culture

• Industry-leading training through in-house institutes and mentorship programs
• Clear pathways to specialized and leadership roles
• A culture focused on safety, integrity, expertise, stewardship, and teamwork

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Additional Information

• Employment type: Full-time, permanent
• Travel expectations: Up to 25%
• Pre-employment screening: drug test (including marijuana where law allows), background check, and Social Security verification
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided as required by law. If you need assistance at any time, please contact Careertakes support.

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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.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.