Utility Vegetation Management Technician

Rainbow Ecoscience • Salt Lake City, UT

23h • $20 - $28

About The Position

Are you passionate about working outdoors, traveling and making a difference in
the green industry? Join Growth Solutions (a subsidiary of Rainbow Companies) as
a Utility Vegetation Management Technician, where you’ll apply a Tree Growth
Regulator (TGR); a treatment injected into the soil to slow the growth of trees
near powerlines. Our innovative approach reduces pruning needs, improves tree
health, and transforms how utilities manage vegetation.

Whether you’re experienced in forestry, plant health care, landscaping,
vegetation management—or new to the industry—we provide paid training to help
you succeed. Our 100% employee-owned company offers growth opportunities,
travel, and a rewarding work environment.

This role requires travel, working independently outdoors, in all weather
conditions across diverse terrains. You will bend, reach, stoop and lift (up to)
50 lbs, have exposure to chemicals, tools and equipment (PPE and training
provided). It may not be suitable for individuals who are uncomfortable working
alone outdoors.

Requirements

• Willingness to travel up to 75% of the time.
• Must reside in or around Salt Lake City, UT.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license and commitment to safe driving.
• Obtain pesticide applicator’s license upon starting (we will pay for test)

Nice To Haves

• Experience in forestry, tree care, landscaping, or utility work.
• Leadership experience in work, school, or volunteer roles.
• Tree identification knowledge.
• Comfortability with using basic hand tools and doing general maintenance on equipment.

Responsibilities

• Applying a TGR soil treatments, which includes safely mixing and handling products in compliance with company, state, and federal guidelines.
• Keep accurate digital records to support research and compliance.
• Professionally communicate with homeowners, representing Growth Solutions and utility partners.
• Navigate utility rights-of-way locating and identify trees for treatment.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Option Program in our 100% Employee-Owned Company
• 80 hours of PTO, 4 Floating Holidays and 8 Paid Holidays
• 401K Contribution Option with Match
• Full Range of Benefits available, including Medical, Vision, Dental, Disability, & Life Insurance
• Growth opportunities – We promote from within!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED