Forester jobs in Philadelphia, PA

Utility Foresters needed! Take ownership of your future. Grow your career in a dynamic industry! Our client has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled service while acting as industry leaders in utility and environmental services.

What you'll do:

• Successfully contribute to all aspects of vegetation management planning and analysis.
• Utilize innovative technology and practices to help major electric utility providers deliver safe and reliable power and maintain national security.
• Inspect and assess vegetation in right-of-ways for compliance standards and construction work plans.
• Identify tree and brush control work and protection zone recommendations.
• Collect data and document work using hand-held computers; assess terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions, & support IVM projects.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Planners, and Vegetation Crews to create customized solutions.

What you'll need:

• Love of the outdoors and the ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather.
• Ability to read and follow GIS data and maps; ability to work independently.
• Leadership experience and a desire for career growth will be given a priority.
• Demonstrated expertise in problem solving, meeting deadlines, and technical innovation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Availability and desire to travel throughout the utility service area.
• Valid Driver's License with clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle.
• Ability to identify local tree species & growth rates.
• Organizational skills; working knowledge of computers and programs, file creation, manipulation, and sharing.
• Preferred: Two or Four-year degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Horticulture or related discipline.
• Preferred: Relevant pesticide and/or Herbicide licenses and certificates, if required by state law.
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Utility Specialist®, Registered Professional Forester (RPF), Utility Right-of-Way Vegetation experience.

What you'll get:

• The opportunity to work in America's great outdoors with teammates that will support your professional growth and managers who empower.
• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers.
• A company vehicle for commuting purposes & cell phone.
• Competitive wages based on qualifications and experience.

Upon completion of a probationary period you'll be eligible for the following benefits including:

• Health, dental, vision & life insurance.
• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees.
• Discounted stock purchase options & 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Charitable matching gift program.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.