Field Forester - Utility Vegetation & Inspections

ACRT Pacific

Bakersfield (CA)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 39,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

ESOP participation

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

ACRT Pacific is seeking an entry-level Consulting Utility Forester 1 to support vegetation management operations along utility lines. You will learn client standards, safety requirements, and field procedures while performing inspections, evaluations, and data entry in the field.

The role emphasizes outdoor work under supervision, with opportunities to develop technical forestry skills and collaborate with contractors, customers, and internal teams.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required; related arboricultural/forestry knowledge preferred.
Experience in outdoor fieldwork or vegetation management is a plus.
Ability to learn client safety standards and field procedures.

Responsibilities

Inspect vegetation along distribution/transmission lines and assist with assessments.
Support tree trimming/removal planning per client standards.
Enter data into handheld devices and client systems.
Assist with notifying property owners and obtaining permissions.
Maintain documentation and assist with post-audit reporting.
Follow all safety requirements and PPE protocols.

Skills

Strong Communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to read maps

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Handheld devices

Maps

Data collection tools

Job description

The role emphasizes outdoor work under supervision, with opportunities to develop technical forestry skills and collaborate with contractors, customers, and internal teams.

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