Utility Arborist

A Utility Arborist is responsible for the maintenance and management of vegetation near powerlines and other utility infrastructure. Their primary role involves inspecting, pruning, and removing trees and branches that pose a risk to electrical safety or disrupt utility services. This job requires strong knowledge of arboriculture, tree biology, and safe work practices, particularly when working near live electrical networks.

Utility Arborists often use climbing gear, elevated work platforms, and chainsaws to carry out their duties, and they must follow strict industry safety regulations. The role also involves liaising with utility companies, property owners, and local councils to ensure compliance with environmental and legal requirements.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $85,800
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a utility arborist?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
AHC50524

Diploma of Arboriculture
Blended, On Campus, Online
24 months
$7,420 - $16,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Arborist Utility Arborist Arborist Trainee
Arborist Assistant
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Arborist Utility Arborist Arborist Trainee Arborist Assistant + 1 more
FWPCOT3301

Trim Trees using a Pole Saw
On Campus
1 - 4 days
$0 - $720
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Arborist Climbing Arborist Land Management Worker
Groundskeeper Council Maintenance Worker Utility Arborist
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Arborist Climbing Arborist Land Management Worker Groundskeeper Council Maintenance Worker Utility Arborist + 3 more
FWPCOT3326

Recover Four Wheel Drive Vehicle
Distance, On Campus
1 - 3 days
$0 - $850
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forestry Worker Machine Operator Park Ranger
Forestry Field Officer Firefighter Utility Arborist Land Management Worker Field Assistant Tour Guide Tourism Operator
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forestry Worker Machine Operator Park Ranger Forestry Field Officer Firefighter Utility Arborist Land Management Worker Field Assistant Tour Guide Tourism Operator + 7 more
FWPCOT3347

Fell Trees Manually (Intermediate)
On Campus, Online
2 - 4 days
$1,110 - $1,650
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Arborist Climbing Arborist Chainsaw Operator
Utility Arborist Forestry Worker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Arborist Climbing Arborist Chainsaw Operator Utility Arborist Forestry Worker + 2 more
AHCARB319

Use arborist climbing techniques
On Campus
3 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Climbing Arborist Utility Arborist Tree Worker
Land Management Worker Environmental Technician
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Climbing Arborist Utility Arborist Tree Worker Land Management Worker Environmental Technician + 2 more
AHCARB310

Perform aerial rigging
On Campus
16 hours
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Climbing Arborist Arborist Utility Arborist
Forester Tree Worker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Climbing Arborist Arborist Utility Arborist Forester Tree Worker + 2 more
AHCARB311

Tie, dress, set and finish arborist knots
On Campus
3 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Climbing Arborist Groundsperson Utility Arborist
Land Management Worker Forestry Worker Tour Guide
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Climbing Arborist Groundsperson Utility Arborist Land Management Worker Forestry Worker Tour Guide + 3 more
FWPFGM3212

Fall Trees Manually (Intermediate)
On Campus
1 day
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forestry Worker Climbing Arborist Chainsaw Operator
Arborist Utility Arborist
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forestry Worker Climbing Arborist Chainsaw Operator Arborist Utility Arborist + 2 more
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