Field Utility Forester — GIS & Vegetation Mgmt

ACRT, Inc.; North Port (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Group life insurance

Optional life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Vacation

Holidays

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Company vehicle/fuel card

Boot allowance

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Pre-employment drug screening

Job summary

ACRT, Inc. is seeking energetic professionals for an outdoor Consulting Utility Forester role in Florida. The position suits both entry level and seasoned foresters with forestry-related education and vegetation experience.

You will inspect vegetation along lines, communicate findings, and coordinate crews. Pay ranges from $21 to $27 per hour based on experience and certifications. A two-year or four-year degree in a related field is required, with job duties including liaison work and field

Qualifications

• Two-year or four-year degree in Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science or closely related field.
• High School diploma/GED required, with waiver for 5 years related experience.
• Vegetation management experience preferred.
• Competent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with GIS data collection software/hardware is a plus.
• Self-motivated, organized, production oriented.
• Able to work independently and manage a geographical area for vegetation activities.
• Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Must multi-task and have strong time management.
• Must be able to work in varied terrain and weather with flexible schedules.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Identify, inspect, and evaluate trees along utility lines.
• Submit inspection results with recommendations to clients.
• Plan and coordinate activities of vegetation clearance crews.
• Discuss and resolve line-clearance access issues.
• Serve as liaison between clients, crews, and customers.

Education

Two-year or four-year degree in Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science or closely related field

High School diploma/GED

Vegetation management experience

Computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Time management

Multi-tasking

Independent work environment

Geographic area management

Stakeholders, utility customers and line clearance vendors interaction

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

GIS data collection software

Job description

ACRT, Inc. is seeking energetic professionals for an outdoor Consulting Utility Forester role in Florida. The position suits both entry level and seasoned foresters with forestry-related education and vegetation experience.

You will inspect vegetation along lines, communicate findings, and coordinate crews. Pay ranges from $21 to $27 per hour based on experience and certifications. A two-year or four-year degree in a related field is required, with job duties including liaison work and field