Job Title: Environmental Specialist 1 (Arborist)

Date Posted: 9/2/2025

Location: Montgomery AL 36104 - travel to locations within hour of Montgomery

Job Type: Contract Full-Time

Immediate W2 contract position available in Montgomery, AL.

Estimated Duration: 26 months

Overview:

We are seeking a motivated and knowledgeable individual to join our team as a Supplemental Utility Arborist.
This role supports the company's Integrated Vegetation Management Program by monitoring contract tree crews performing routine maintenance along utility rights-of-way.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in forestry or a related field, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently in outdoor environments.
The assignment will be 100% onsite.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor and interact with contract tree crews performing vegetation maintenance on company’s rights-of-way.
Conduct daily field inspections, often working alone and traveling between job sites.
Communicate effectively with both internal and external power customers.
Ensure compliance with safety standards and vegetation management protocols.
Work outdoors in varying weather conditions and navigate uneven terrain.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry, Environmental Sciences, Horticulture, or a related field preferred.
Prior experience in utility-based vegetation management is a plus.
Familiarity with local vegetation and ability to identify regional trees and plants is highly desirable.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Ability to self-manage time, tasks, and deadlines effectively.
Alabama Certified Pesticide Applicator and ISA Certified Arborist is a plus.

Additional Requirements:

Must be comfortable working independently for extended periods.
Must be physically capable of walking reasonable distances in field conditions.
The hiring agency will provide a truck, computer, phone, and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Full time, Contract work, Work at office, Local area, Immediate start,