Consulting Utility Forester | American Fork, UT

ACRT Pacific, LLC; Utah; Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Company vehicle/fuel card

Boot allowance

ESOP

Job summary

ACRT, Inc. is seeking energetic foresters for a full-time Consulting Utility Forester role. You will identify and evaluate trees along utility lines, report findings to clients with recommendations, and coordinate crews across a geographical area.

The position requires a two-year degree in forestry or related fields (or equivalent experience) and a flexible schedule for outdoor work in varied weather. ISA certification is preferred, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and

Qualifications

• Two year degree in forestry, horticulture, environmental science or closely related field OR in lieu of a degree, two years of experience in Utility Vegetation Management or related field.
• ISA Certified Arborist certification preferred.
• Vegetation management experience preferred.
• Competent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• GIS data collection software/hardware experience preferred but not required.
• Candidate must be self-motivated, organized and production oriented.
• Able to work independently and manage a geographical area.
• Able to work with stakeholders, utility customers and line clearance vendors; strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Multi-tasking and strong time management skills.
• Ability to work in varied terrain and inclement weather with flexible schedules.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Identify, inspect and evaluate trees and brush along utility lines.
• Submit inspection results to clients with recommendations.
• Plan, direct and coordinate activities of assigned tree clearance crews.
• Discuss and negotiate access issues for line-clearance crews.
• Serve as liaison between clients, tree crews and customers.
• Perform pre/post auditing of tree crews and work planners.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Two-year forestry-related degree

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

ACRT, Inc. Full time RegularACRT is currently seeking energetic experienced professionals who enjoy working outdoors. Our Consulting Utility Forester position is ideal for entry level and seasoned professionals with an educational background in forestry, horticulture, arboriculture, environmental studies, conservation or related disciplines and with experience in these fields and line of work.

Responsibilities

• Perform identification, inspection, and evaluation of trees and brush along utility lines;
• Submit inspection results to clients with recommendations;
• Plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of assigned tree clearance crews;
• Discuss and negotiate line-clearance crew access issues;
• Serve as a liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers;
• Perform pre/post auditing of tree crews/work planners.

Minimum Requirements

• 2 year degree in forestry, horticulture, environmental science or closely related field OR in lieu of a degree, 2 years of experience in Utility Vegetation Management or other related field (Ex. general Right-of-Way management, Integrated Vegetation Management, nursery work or timber cutting, etc.)
• ISA Certified Arborist certification preferred.
• Vegetation management experience preferred.
• Competent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience working with GIS integrated data collection software/hardware preferred but not required.
• Candidate must be self‑motivated, organized, production oriented.
• Candidate must be comfortable working in an independent environment and managing a geographical area for all vegetation related activities.
• Candidate must be able to work with stakeholders, utility customers and line clearance vendors and have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Multi‑tasking and strong time management skills required.
• Ability to work in varied terrain and inclement weather with flexible schedules (available nights and weekends as needed).
• Valid driver's license required.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group life insurance
• Optional life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Vacation
• Holidays
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company vehicle/fuel card for work-related and commuting purposes
• Boot allowance program
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) with a great vesting schedule

Pre-employment drug screening and background check required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by‑case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).

Company Culture & Vision

From coast to coast and everywhere in between, ACRT Services and its family of companies is looking to hire the industry’s best talent. We’re looking for independent, self‑driven people who turn challenges into solutions. People who want to use their careers to help utilities keep their customers in power. People who want to help us sustain our world.

Accountable to self and others. Customer and company fairness. Responsibility of ownership. Trustworthy in all things. Mission: To engage the best people and make them better to foster resiliency, environmental stewardship, compliance, stakeholder partnerships, and safer communities. Vision: To be the leader for innovation and industry‑shaping solutions within the infrastructure and environmental space.

ACRT Services and our family of companies are fully committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. We seek to hire and empower the best people, providing exceptional service no matter where and when duty calls. We also believe in our people and invest in them through continuing education and believe in a positive, active workplace culture.

If you require reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or hiring process due to disability, you may submit your request by calling 800.622.2562. For additional details please use the link provided below.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.