Consulting Utility Forester | Kokomo, IN

ACRT; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

EAP

Company vehicle

Boot allowance

ESOP

Holidays

Job summary

ACRT, Inc. is seeking an energetic Consulting Utility Forester to identify and evaluate trees along utility lines, submit findings with recommendations, and coordinate line-clearance crews.

The role requires forestry or related degree, GIS/Office skills, and strong communication. The position involves independent work across a geographic area, interaction with utility customers and vendors, and flexible scheduling including nights/weekends when needed.

Qualifications

• Degree in forestry, environmental science, natural resources or related field or a high school diploma with two years of UVM experience.
• Previous vegetation management experience preferred.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite; GIS experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage a geographic area for vegetation activities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; strong interpersonal skills.

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 line-clearance crews.
• Discuss and negotiate crew access issues with stakeholders.
• Serve as liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Forestry / Environmental Science degree

High school diploma + 2 years UVM experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

GIS data collection software/hardware

Job description

ACRT, Inc.

Full time Regular

ACRT is currently seeking energetic experienced professionals who enjoy working outdoors. Our Consulting Utility Forester position is ideal for 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 or four year forestry, Environmental Science, Natural Resources degree or related field OR high school diploma plus two years of UVM experience
• Previous 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
• ISA Arborist certification preferred

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)

Company: ACRT, Inc.