Outdoor Utility Forester | Field Ops & GIS

ACRT; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Company vehicle/fuel card

Job summary

ACRT, Inc. is seeking an energetic Consulting Utility Forester to perform identification, inspection and evaluation of trees along utility lines, and coordinate vegetation clearance crews.

The role calls for strong communication with clients, crews and stakeholders, plus independence to manage a geographic area. Minimum requirements include forestry or related degree or equivalent experience; ISA certification preferred; GIS and MS Office skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Two-year or four-year degree in Forestry, Biology, Natural Resources, Environmental Science or related field OR high school diploma/GED plus two years of UVM experience.
• ISA Certified Arborist certification preferred
• Vegetation management experience preferred
• Competent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with GIS data collection software/hardware preferred
• Must be self-motivated, organized, production oriented
• Able to manage a geographical area and work independently
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Strong time management and multi-tasking abilities
• Valid driver's license required

Responsibilities

• Identify, inspect, and evaluate trees and brush along utility lines.
• Submit inspection results to clients with recommendations.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate vegetation clearance crews.
• Discuss and negotiate crew access with stakeholders and clients.
• Serve as a liaison between clients, crews, and customer representatives

Skills

Self-motivation

Organized

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multi-tasking

Time management

Driver's license

MS Office proficiency

GIS experience

Education

Forestry/Natural Resources-related degree

High school diploma/GED + 2 years relevant experience

Tools

GIS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

ACRT, Inc. is seeking an energetic Consulting Utility Forester to perform identification, inspection and evaluation of trees along utility lines, and coordinate vegetation clearance crews.

The role calls for strong communication with clients, crews and stakeholders, plus independence to manage a geographic area. Minimum requirements include forestry or related degree or equivalent experience; ISA certification preferred; GIS and MS Office skills are valued.