Consulting Utility Forester | Bowling Green, VA

ACRT, Inc.; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dynamic Consulting Utility Foresters who thrive in outdoor environments. This role is perfect for both entry-level and seasoned professionals with a background in forestry or related fields. Responsibilities include inspecting and evaluating trees along utility lines, coordinating tree clearance crews, and serving as a liaison between clients and tree crews. With a focus on teamwork and communication, this position offers a chance to impact the community positively while enjoying the great outdoors. Join a company that values your contributions and offers a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Group life insurance

Short-and long-term disability

Vacation

Holidays

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Company vehicle/fuel card

Qualifications

• Educational background in forestry, horticulture, or related fields.
• Experience in vegetation management and utility line work.

Responsibilities

• Perform identification, inspection, and evaluation of trees along utility lines.
• Plan and coordinate activities of tree clearance crews.

Skills

Vegetation management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Self-motivated

Education

Two-year or four-year forestry degree

High school diploma plus two years of UVM experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

GIS integrated data collection software

Job description

ACRT, Inc.

ACRT 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.

Our Foresters 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.

Minimum Requirements:

• Two-year or four year forestry degree, Natural Resources or related field ORhigh school diploma plus two years of UVM experience
• 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

Additional Information:

• 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

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)