Field Arborist - Planned Distribution & Vegetation

ACRT, Inc.; Kemp (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and gas card

Meal and travel per diems (allowances)

Boot allowance

Certification reimbursement program

Job summary

ACRT, Inc. is seeking a Planned Distribution Arborist to inspect and evaluate trees along utility lines and coordinate tree clearance crews. The role emphasizes outdoor work, detailed inspections, and client communication.

You will review prescriptions, manage field crews, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while supporting outage investigations and storm response. ISA certification progression is required within 30 months.

Qualifications

• Education in forestry, horticulture or related field and relevant experience.
• Ability to work outdoors, manage field crews and ensure safety.
• Experience with utility vegetation management and maps/GIS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and inspect local trees along utility lines and map circuits.
• Direct and coordinate tree clearance crews and track progress.
• Enter prescriptions into handheld systems and notify property owners.
• Audit trimming work and determine next trimming interval.
• Obtain permits and ensure regulatory compliance; support storm response.
• Perform outage investigations and assist with safety trainings.

Skills

Tree identification

Maps & GPS

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Independent / self-starter

Education

Associate's degree in forestry or related field

High School Diploma or GED with 5 years related utility experience

Bachelor's degree in Forestry or related field

Tools

Oncor VM System

Microsoft Office

Job description

ACRT, Inc. is seeking a Planned Distribution Arborist to inspect and evaluate trees along utility lines and coordinate tree clearance crews. The role emphasizes outdoor work, detailed inspections, and client communication.

You will review prescriptions, manage field crews, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while supporting outage investigations and storm response. ISA certification progression is required within 30 months.