Outdoor Utility Forester - Vegetation Management & GIS

ACRT Services; 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)

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Company vehicle/fuel card

Job summary

ACRT, Inc. is seeking energetic Forester professionals for outdoor vegetation management along utility lines. The role involves identifying and inspecting trees, preparing reports for clients, and coordinating line-clearance crews.

Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. Applicants should have a forestry-related degree or equivalent experience, with GIS and Microsoft Office proficiency. A valid driver's license and willingness to work varied hours are required.

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 with Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with GIS data collection software/hardware preferred but not required
• Must be self-motivated, organized, production oriented
• Ability to manage a geographical area and liaise with stakeholders and utility customers

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Forestry

Vegetation management

GIS

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Self-motivation

Education

Forestry/Natural Resources degree

High school diploma + 2 years UVM experience

Tools

GIS software

Job description

ACRT, Inc. is seeking energetic Forester professionals for outdoor vegetation management along utility lines. The role involves identifying and inspecting trees, preparing reports for clients, and coordinating line-clearance crews.

Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. Applicants should have a forestry-related degree or equivalent experience, with GIS and Microsoft Office proficiency. A valid driver's license and willingness to work varied hours are required.