Field Forester: Utility Vegetation & Inspections

ACRT Pacific; Tehachapi (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

ACRT Pacific, LLC is seeking a Consulting Utility Forester 1 to support vegetation management operations in the field. You will assist with inspections, data entry, and documentation while learning client standards and safety requirements under supervision.

The role is full-time and outdoor-based, reporting to the Operations Manager. Requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, CPR/First Aid certification, and willingness to learn field forestry skills.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• One year of related arboricultural, forestry, landscaping, utility, or outdoor field experience preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• CPR/First Aid certification required prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patrolling distribution and/or transmission circuits.
• Learn to identify, inspect, and evaluate trees and vegetation.
• Assist with prescribing tree trimming and removal work in accordance with client standards.
• Support mapping of circuits using client continuity lists.
• Enter data and work information into handheld devices and applicable systems.
• Assist with notifying property owners and obtaining permissions when required.
• Support documentation and tracking of vegetation management activities.
• Assist with outage investigations and field observations.

Skills

1 year field experience

Valid driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

ISA Certified Arborist

Job description

ACRT Pacific, LLC is seeking a Consulting Utility Forester 1 to support vegetation management operations in the field. You will assist with inspections, data entry, and documentation while learning client standards and safety requirements under supervision.

The role is full-time and outdoor-based, reporting to the Operations Manager. Requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, CPR/First Aid certification, and willingness to learn field forestry skills.