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Atlas Field Services

Utility Vegetation Management Specialist

Atlas Field Services, Ann Arbor, Michigan, us, 48113

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Overview

Who we are: We’re dedicated to the growth of our employees. We truly believe in your development. For those who show initiative, we will do what it takes to get you where you want to go. We’re growing but still maintain an entrepreneurial spirit. We give you room to be accountable and responsible in your role. We believe progress is bred through innovation and we encourage our employees to bring their ideas forward. We’re safety focused. Safety is paramount in how we operate as we believe in providing excellence in our service to our vegetation management clients. We’re transparent and respectful. We support each other and are transparent and honest in our communication. We believe that trust is the foundation of our success with clients and within our team.

You’re energetic and enjoy working outdoors. You understand that this space can be demanding, and you are equipped with the skills necessary to get the job done. You must reside in the Detroit, Michigan area / client service territory.

Responsibilities

Assesses vegetation around powerlines and plans necessary work to meet utility standards

Collects data on unit counts, species, conditions, and GPS locations

Communicates with tree owners about upcoming vegetation management work

Collaborates with Removal Negotiation Experts and/or foresters as needed

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Experience in Forestry, Arboriculture, or Horticulture

Actively pursue ISA arborist certification; possession of ISA arborist certification preferred

ISA Utility Specialist certification preferred

Must possess tree identification skills and the ability to read maps

Positive attitude/neat professional appearance

Demonstrates initiative and proactively looks for ways to perform work in the most effective manner and the ability to work safely and efficiently with minimal oversight

Must be able to work safely and productively alone, outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain

Must be skilled with technology and possess basic computer and smart phone skills

Capable of operating a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads

Physical Demands, Conditions, 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employees must be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time

Work alone in an outdoor field environment; extensive vehicle operation 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 including flat, dry, wet, slippery, uneven, rough, steep terrain, hills, and slopes; exposure to noise, dust, grease, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions

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. This role will require a general understanding and the ability to identify safety hazards and report any unsafe working conditions. The position requires active participation in safety briefings and may deliver 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

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Type - Full Time

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