Consulting Utility Forester | Logan, UT

ACRT Pacific, LLC; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Group life insurance

Optional life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Vacation

Holidays

401(k)

EAP

Company vehicle

Boot allowance

ESOP

Job summary

ACRT Pacific, LLC is seeking a Consulting Utility Forester to support outdoor vegetation management along utility corridors in Utah. This role suits entry level and seasoned foresters with education in forestry, horticulture, arboriculture, or environmental studies, and involves tree identification, inspection, and evaluation along lines.

You will plan, direct, and coordinate line clearance crews, discuss access issues with stakeholders, and serve as a liaison between clients, crews, and

Qualifications

• 2-year or 4-year degree in forestry, horticulture, environmental science or closely related field OR high school diploma/GED plus 2 years of Utility Vegetation Management or related experience.
• Vegetation management experience preferred.
• ISA Certified Arborist/TRAQ/ISA Utility Specialist preferred.
• Competent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with GIS data collection software/hardware preferred but not required.
• Self-motivated, organized and production oriented; able to work independently.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Multi-tasking and time management skills 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 line-clearance crew access issues with stakeholders.
• Serve as a liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers.

Skills

Self-motivation

Organized

Production oriented

Verbal & Written Communication

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Time management

Driver's license

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

Forestry / Environmental Science degree

High school diploma / GED with 2 years experience in UVM

Tools

GIS data collection

ISA Certified Arborist

TRAQ

ISA Utility Specialist

Job description

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:*** 2 year or 4 year degree in forestry, horticulture, environmental science or closely related field OR in lieu of a degree, high school diploma/GED plus 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.). High school diploma/GED requirement can be waived for 5 years UVM experience.* Vegetation management experience preferred* ISA Certified Arborist/TRAQ/ISA Utility Specialist 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