Consulting Utility Forester (FT)

ACRT Services.; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Group life insurance

401(k)

Boot allowance program

Employee stock ownership plan

Job summary

A utility service provider is looking for a Consulting Utility Forester in Tallahassee, FL. Responsibilities include inspecting trees and brush, planning tree crew activities, and liaising between clients and crews. The position requires a degree in forestry or related field and strong interpersonal skills. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k). A valid driver's license is necessary for this position.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have a valid driver's license.
• Comfortable working in independent environments and managing geographical areas.
• Experience with vegetation management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify, inspect, and evaluate trees and brush along utility lines.
• Plan and coordinate tree clearance crew activities.
• Serve as a liaison between clients, tree crews, and customer.

Skills

Self-motivated

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Strong verbal communication

Written communication skills

Education

Two-year or four-year degree in Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science, Natural Resources

High school diploma plus two years UVM experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

GIS integrated data collection software

Job description

Overview

ACRT, Inc. Full time Regular. Please Apply at: https://acrt.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ACRT_Careers/job/Consulting-Utility-Forester---Tallahassee--FL_R8235

Responsibilities

• Identify, inspect, and evaluate 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, Horticulture, Environmental Science, Natural Resources or equivalent OR high school diploma plus two years of UVM experience.
• 6 months 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)