Consulting Utility Forester | Newark, OH

ACRT, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that prioritizes safety and community engagement. As a Consulting Utility Forester, you will play a vital role in managing tree clearance and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This position offers the opportunity to work outdoors, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to sustainable vegetation management practices. With a focus on employee empowerment and growth, this role is ideal for those who are self-motivated and passionate about environmental stewardship. Enjoy a supportive work environment with competitive benefits and flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Group health plans including medical, dental, and vision

Company-paid life insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts or HSA options

Automatic enrollment in ESOP

Paid vacation and holidays

Veterans Day paid time off

Qualifications

• Degree in Forestry or related field required.
• Vegetation management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and evaluate trees along utility lines.
• Manage tree clearance crews and ensure compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Self-Motivation

Multi-tasking

Education

2 or 4-year degree in Forestry

High school diploma plus two years of UVM experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS Software

Job description

ACRT, Inc.

About The Team

At ACRT, we put safety first. Beyond that, our culture always has been, and always will be, about one thing: people. It's about our employees, our customers, and the communities our customers serve. We empower the best people to help sustain our world. We're the only independent national vegetation management consulting firm, giving us the freedom to put our clients first. We're always looking for driven individuals with good customer service skills who love the outdoors and appreciate the support and independence we provide. We offer qualified training opportunities in areas where they are needed to help our customers reach their fullest potential, preparing them for what their work throws at them.

About The Role

The Consulting Utility Forester (CUF) 1 reports to the Senior Consulting Utility Forester at ACRT Inc. This position plays a key role in identifying, inspecting, and evaluating trees and brush along utility lines, and submitting inspection results to clients with recommendations. It involves planning, directing, and coordinating the activities of assigned tree clearance crews. This role requires a love of working outdoors, excellent attention to detail, and exceptional interpersonal communication skills.

What You'll Do

• Identify and inspect local trees with an understanding of growth rates.
• Map circuits using client continuity lists.
• Patrol and investigate distribution and/or transmission circuits and prescribed work for client tree trimming contractors.
• Enter tree trimming/tree and brush removal prescriptions into handheld systems, and use related software.
• Notify property owners of upcoming work according to client specifications.
• Manage work issuance and track progress.
• Perform outage investigations when necessary.
• Discuss and negotiate crew access issues.

• Perform herbicide audits.
• Assist with storm restoration efforts.

Tree Trimming Assessments

• Audit work completed by contractors to ensure compliance with work requests and standards.
• Determine the timing for next tree trimming.

• Complete post-audit forms and forward them to the program manager or coordinator.

Maintain State, Local, & Organizational Compliance

• Obtain permits and document work with public agencies.
• Comply with all regulatory requirements and client standards.
• Perform duties for emergency response as requested, following safety and legal guidelines.

• Adhere to attendance and work hour requirements.
• Conduct work safely, using required safety equipment.
• Exemplify ACRT's Guiding Principles.

Build and Maintain Relationships

• Serve as a liaison between clients, crews, and customers.
• Maintain positive relationships with stakeholders and participate in public meetings as needed.

Other duties as assigned.

About You

• 2 or 4-year degree in Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science, or related field, or high school diploma plus two years of UVM experience.
• Vegetation management experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; GIS experience is a plus.
• Self-motivated, organized, production-oriented, and able to work independently across a geographic area.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong multi-tasking and time management skills.
• Ability to work in varied terrain and weather, with flexible hours including nights and weekends.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Where We Work

• Employees use company-provided vehicles to report to work locations, generally without needing to report to an office.

Benefits

Health and Safety

• Group health plans including medical, dental, and vision.
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and short/long-term disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts or HSA options with company match.
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program.

Retirement

• Automatic enrollment in ESOP at no cost.
• Roth or Traditional 401(k) with company match.

Time Off

• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Veterans Day paid time off.

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. For accommodations, contact [e-mail]. Only inquiries about accommodations will be responded to.