Outdoor Utility Forester - Vegetation Management & Crews

ACRT; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Short/Long-term Disability

Vacation

Holidays

401(k)

ESOP

Company vehicle/fuel card

Boot allowance

Pre-employment drug screening

Job summary

ACRT, Inc. is seeking an energetic Forester to inspect and evaluate trees along utility lines in Florida. The role includes planning and coordinating line-clearance crews, and communicating findings and recommendations to clients.

Ideal candidates have a forestry-related degree or equivalent, GIS and MS Office proficiency, and strong communication and interpersonal skills. The job offers full-time hours with benefits and company vehicle support.

Qualifications

• Two-year forestry degree or related field OR HS diploma with two years UVM experience.
• Vegetation management experience preferred.
• Competent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with GIS data collection software/hardware preferred but not required.
• Candidate must be self-motivated, organized, production oriented.
• Must be able to manage a geographical area and work independently.

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 issues with stakeholders.
• Serve as liaison between clients, crews, and customers.

Skills

GIS experience

MS Office

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

Independent work

Education

Two-year forestry degree or related field

HS diploma + 2 years UVM experience

Tools

GIS data collection software

Job description

ACRT, Inc. is seeking an energetic Forester to inspect and evaluate trees along utility lines in Florida. The role includes planning and coordinating line-clearance crews, and communicating findings and recommendations to clients.

Ideal candidates have a forestry-related degree or equivalent, GIS and MS Office proficiency, and strong communication and interpersonal skills. The job offers full-time hours with benefits and company vehicle support.