Consulting Utility Forester | Leesburg, FL

ACRT Pacific; Leesburg (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401k

ESOP

Company Vehicle

Boot Allowance

Job summary

ACRT, Inc. is seeking a Consulting Utility Forester to join our field team in Florida. The role appeals to both entry level and experienced foresters with degrees in forestry or related fields or with equivalent utility vegetation experience.

You will identify, inspect, and evaluate trees along utility lines, submit inspection results with recommendations, and coordinate access with line-clearance crews while liaising between clients and crews. Excellent communication is essential.

Qualifications

• 4 year degree in forestry, horticulture, environmental science or closely related field
• Alternatively, 4 years of experience in Utility Vegetation Management or related field
• ISA Arborist certification preferred
• Strong tree ID skills
• Ability to work independently in all weather conditions
• Experience with GIS data collection software/hardware preferred

Responsibilities

• Identify, inspect, and evaluate trees and brush along utility lines
• Submit inspection results with recommendations
• Discuss and negotiate line-clearance crew access issues
• Serve as liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers

Skills

Tree ID skills

Independent work

Microsoft Office

GIS data collection

Communication skills

Time management

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in forestry or related field

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office Suite

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.Our Foresters perform identification, inspection, and evaluation of trees and brush along utility lines; Submit inspection results to clients with recommendations; Discuss and negotiate line-clearance crew access issues; Serve as a liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers.Minimum Requirements:4 year degree in forestry, horticulture, environmental science or closely related field OR in lieu of a degree, 4 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.) or ISA Arborist certification.ISA Arborist certification preferredStrong tree ID skills requiredAbility to work independently in all weather conditionsExperience in utility vegetation management experience a plusCompetent computer skills including Microsoft Office SuiteExperience working with GIS integrated data collection software/hardware preferred but not requiredCandidate must be self-motivated, organized, production-orientedCandidate must be comfortable working in an independent environment and managing a geographical area for all vegetation related activitiesCandidate must be able to work with stakeholders, utility customers and line clearance vendors and have excellent interpersonal skillsUtility experience a plusMust demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skillsMulti-tasking and strong time management skills requiredAbility to work in varied terrain and inclement weather with flexible schedules (available nights and weekends as needed)Valid driver's license requiredAdditional Information:MedicalDentalVisionGroup Life InsuranceOptional Life InsuranceShort & Long Term DisabilityVacationHolidays401kEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Company Vehicle/Gas Card for work related and commuting purposesBoot Allowance ProgramESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) with a great vesting schedulePre-employment drug screen and background check requiredWe 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.