Field Utility Forester — Vegetation & Crew Lead

ACRT, Inc.; Yarmouth (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Vehicle/fuel card

Job summary

ACRT, Inc. is seeking energetic forestry professionals for a Consulting Utility Forester role in Massachusetts. The job involves identifying and evaluating trees along utility lines, submitting inspection results with recommendations, and coordinating line-clearance crews. Candidates should have a forestry-related degree or equivalent experience, with GIS and MS Office skills preferred. The position includes comprehensive benefits and an ESOP, with pay ranging from $19–$31 per hour.

Qualifications

• 2 year degree in forestry, horticulture, environmental science or closely related field required or 2 years of related experience.
• GIS experience preferred; Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Must be self-motivated, organized, and production oriented.

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 tree clearance crews.
• Discuss and negotiate line-clearance crew access issues.
• Serve as a liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Multi-tasking

Self-motivated

Education

2 year degree in forestry, horticulture, environmental science or closely related field

High school diploma/GED requirement can be waived for 5 years UVM or related experience

Tools

GIS data collection software/hardware

Job description

ACRT, Inc. is seeking energetic forestry professionals for a Consulting Utility Forester role in Massachusetts. The job involves identifying and evaluating trees along utility lines, submitting inspection results with recommendations, and coordinating line-clearance crews. Candidates should have a forestry-related degree or equivalent experience, with GIS and MS Office skills preferred. The position includes comprehensive benefits and an ESOP, with pay ranging from $19–$31 per hour.