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American Electric Power
Athens, OH; Athens Ofc & Svc Center; Heath, OH
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Job Posting End Date
09-04-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date
Job Summary
Assign and recommend industry accepted management practices to provide corrective control of non-compatible vegetation conditions in utility rights of way to vegetation control contractors; inspect ongoing and completed assignments to assure contract compliance to reduce preventable vegetation interruptions of service and to provide, as much as practical, access to facilities for the purpose of repair and inspection.
Job Description
Transmission Forester Assoc
Transmission Forester Assoc
Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in forestry, Urban Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Arboriculture, or a related field and two (2) years of experience as a contract utility forester desired, OR associate’s degree in one of the same fields and four (4) years’ experience in utility vegetation management industry, OR High school diploma and six (6) years as a contract forester or other related positions in the utility industry.
Transmission Forester
Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in forestry, Urban Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Arboriculture, or a related field and three (3) years of experience as a contract utility forester desired, OR associate’s degree in one of the same fields and five (5) years’ experience in utility vegetation management industry, OR High school diploma and seven (7) years as a contract forester or other related positions in the utility industry.
Transmission Forester Sr
Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in forestry, Urban Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Arboriculture, or a related field and four (4) years of experience as a contract utility forester desired, OR associate’s degree in one of the same fields and six (6) years’ experience in utility vegetation management industry, OR High school diploma and eight (8) years as a contract forester or other related positions in the utility industry.
Transmission Forester Assoc - Sr
License & Certificates: Knowledge and safe use of pesticides required. Arborist certification is desirable. Possession of Certified Pesticide Applicator's license required for each state within the forester’s area of responsibility. International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) certification required. ISA Utility Specialist required. Completion of an “in the wires zone” aerial patrol course required. Tree Risk Assessment Qualification preferred.
Additional Requirements
Must act as a professional, employing a great deal of diplomacy to "sell" the Company's necessary vegetation control projects to the public.
Courses in horticulture and/or vegetation management are desirable.
Competency in GIS systems and Microsoft Office components such as: Access, Excel, PowerPoint and Word in addition to other analytical tools is required.
Extensive travel is required to inspect and plan for the Company's right-of-way maintenance program.
Apply AEP Accounting Policies & Guidelines related to expense vs. capitalization for labor, services, and material in a proficient manner.
Compensation
In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities.
If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you.
#APCO
SP20-004
$54,063.00 - $93,188.50
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: M – Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
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