Field Forester: Utility Vegetation Management

acrt; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision

Group life insurance

Optional life insurance

Disability insurance (short/long-term)

Vacation

Holidays

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Company vehicle/fuel card

Job summary

ACRT, Inc. in Murfreesboro, TN is seeking a Consulting Utility Forester to identify, inspect and evaluate trees along utility rights-of-way. The role suits entry level to seasoned professionals with forestry, horticulture, arboriculture, or environmental studies backgrounds.

You will plan and coordinate line-clearance crews, submit inspection results with recommendations, and liaise with clients, crews and customers. A company vehicle/fuel card is provided for work and commuting.

Qualifications

• 2-year degree in forestry or related field or 2 years of related experience.
• Experience in vegetation management preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; GIS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify, inspect, and evaluate trees and brush along utility lines.
• Submit inspection results to clients with recommendations.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate activities of assigned line-clearance crews.
• Discuss and negotiate crew access issues; liaise between clients, crews and customers.

Skills

Self-motivated

Organized

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written communication

Education

2-year degree in forestry or related field

2 years of experience in Utility Vegetation Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS data collection software/hardware

Job description

ACRT, Inc. in Murfreesboro, TN is seeking a Consulting Utility Forester to identify, inspect and evaluate trees along utility rights-of-way. The role suits entry level to seasoned professionals with forestry, horticulture, arboriculture, or environmental studies backgrounds.

You will plan and coordinate line-clearance crews, submit inspection results with recommendations, and liaise with clients, crews and customers. A company vehicle/fuel card is provided for work and commuting.