ArborMetrics Solutions is hiring a Work Planner to join our vegetation management team. This entry-level or career-change role is centered on inspecting vegetation, planning field work, securing rights-of-way, auditing contractor performance, and responding to vegetation-related outages to ensure utility reliability and public safety.

What You'll Do

Inspect and assess customer requests for tree pruning or removals.
Plan field inspections to identify vegetation hazards, clearance requirements, and access limitations.
Work directly with property owners alongside regularly scheduled maintenance circuits.
Secure clear rights-of-way for new line and pole construction projects.
Handle customer complaints related to scheduled and completed pruning work.
Audit tree contractor’s work for compliance with the utility’s specifications.
Assist in storm and emergency situations and other miscellaneous line clearance projects.
Assist in investigating and recommending future right-of-way maintenance requirements.
Operate system forestry computer programs and record systems.
Respond to vegetation-related outages to determine if tree contact contributed to the event.
Communicate daily with the utility client, contractors, landowners, and the general public.
Perform duties in a manner that promotes and maintains good public relations.
Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Drive a company vehicle safely to various work locations.

What We're Looking For

Ability to read maps, identify local tree species, and understand growth rates.
Eligibility to become an ISA Certified Arborist within 1 year of employment.
Knowledge of Utility Vegetation Management best practices.
Experience with GIS software and technology.
Ability to hike rights-of-way and drive for extended periods of time.
Ability to work alone, outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with strong problem-solving and multi-tasking abilities and attention to detail.
Ability to adapt to change.
Basic computer skills, including proficiency with the Microsoft Suite.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and criminal background check.
A valid driver's license and a good driving record.

Technical Stack

GIS software and technology
Microsoft Suite
System forestry computer programs and record systems

Benefits & Compensation

Industry competitive pay.
Company vehicle with a fuel card for use to and from home and work.
Medical, Health, Dental, Vision, VOYA, Paid Holidays, and EAP eligibility on day one of employment for full-time employees.
401K, Vacation Accrual, life insurance, and long-term disability eligibility the first of the month after 3 months of service.
Sick Time eligibility on day 90 of employment.
Weekly paychecks and direct deposit.
Participation in the Employee Referral Program (must meet eligibility requirements).
Boot and clothing program (company funded).
Ongoing training and assistance with obtaining industry certifications.