Consulting Utility Forester | Tallahassee, FL

ACRT Pacific; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Group Life Insurance

Short & Long Term Disability

401k

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Job summary

ACRT, Inc. is seeking Forester-level professionals for field vegetation management along utility corridors in Florida. Perform tree identification, inspections, and evaluations, and report findings with practical recommendations to clients.

Roles involve coordinating access with line-clearance crews and acting as a liaison between clients, crews and customers. A degree in forestry or related field is preferred; ISA license is a plus.

Qualifications

• Degree in forestry, horticulture, environmental science or related field.
• High school diploma with 2 years in Utility Vegetation Management or related field; GED allowed.
• ISA Arborist license preferred.
• Strong tree ID skills.
• Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

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

Education

Bachelor's degree in forestry, horticulture, environmental science or closely related field

High school diploma or GED with 2 years of UVM experience

Tools

GIS data collection tools

Microsoft Office

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:2 or 4 year degree in forestry, horticulture, environmental science or closely related field OR in lieu of a degree, a high school diploma 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 of UVM or related experience.Strong tree ID skills requiredISA Arborist and applicators license preferredAbility 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 preferredCandidate 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.