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As a Utility Arborist, using your technical expertise, you will deliver a first-class service to our customers with safety being paramount. Your role will be to clear trees and vegetation in ...

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How much do utility arborist jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for utility arborist in the United States is $22.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.47 and $25.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical challenges faced by Utility Arborists on the job?

Utility Arborists often encounter challenges such as working in proximity to high-voltage power lines, managing hazardous weather conditions, and accessing trees in difficult or remote locations. Safety is a top priority due to the inherent risks, so strict adherence to safety protocols and ongoing training are essential. Additionally, Utility Arborists must effectively coordinate with line crews, landowners, and other team members to minimize service disruptions and ensure efficient vegetation management. This makes adaptability, communication, and problem-solving important attributes for professionals in this role.

What is a Utility Arborist job?

A Utility Arborist is responsible for maintaining vegetation near power lines, ensuring trees and plants do not pose a risk to electrical infrastructure. They assess, prune, or remove trees to prevent outages and maintain public safety. Utility Arborists use specialized equipment to work safely around high-voltage lines and must follow strict industry regulations. The job often involves working outdoors in various weather conditions and requires knowledge of tree biology, safe climbing techniques, and electrical hazards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Utility Arborist position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Utility Arborist, you need expertise in tree identification, pruning techniques, and safe tree removal, supported by relevant training or certification such as Utility Arborist certification. Operation of specialized equipment like chainsaws, bucket trucks, and familiarity with electrical hazard awareness protocols are typically required. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a team are crucial soft skills in this position. These competencies are vital for maintaining public safety, ensuring uninterrupted utility service, and meeting industry regulations when working near power lines.

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Infographic showing various Utility Arborist job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% In-person, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,622 per year, or $22.9 per hour.

Utility Arborist

Network Plus

On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

Other

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

As a Utility Arborist, using your technical expertise, you will deliver a first-class service to our customers with safety being paramount. Your role will be to clear trees and vegetation in proximity to our customers overhead transmission and distribution network. Working with safety at the forefront of all activities, you will work with your team to evaluate, prepare and carry out tree cutting works on a variety of sites.
 
This role sits within our arboriculture and infrastructure vegetation management division Environmental Solutions Plus. ESP has an excellent reputation for the safe and efficient delivery of arboriculture and infrastructure vegetation management services. Operating Nationally from our Ledbury headquarters, we work across a number of strategic, long term contracts with leading utility and infrastructure asset owners.
  • Work within a team of arborists to deliver a work programme
  • Be motivated to achieve delivery targets 
  • Attend faults out of hours as part of standby rota
  • Understand the relevant industry legislation and safety guidelines associated with carrying out arboricultural work within the proximity of power lines
  • Work within the compliance standards set by our internal policy and client expectations
  • Work with the wider delivery team to ensure work is tracked and completed according to the client's requirements 
  • Enjoy working autonomously, always focused on delivering a first-class service with a professional manner
  • Utility arboriculture experience
  • Hold a valid UK driving licence (B+E an advantage)
  • Utility arb units UA301, UA302, UA303, UA304, UA305
  • Chainsaw units: CS30 (201/202), CS31 (203), CS38 (206/306), CS39 (308), CS40 (307) (any in addition to this will be an advantage) 
  • Working specifically on the SSE Utility Tree Contract.
  • Desirable - Previous SSE authorisations and permit holders. 
  • Office based in Hermitage, facilitating the Aldershot and Reading areas specifically. 

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.
Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.
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