Roving Utility Forester | Florida

ACRT Pacific, LLC; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Per diem

Boot allowance

401k with company match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Employee stock ownership plan

Job summary

ACRT, Inc. is seeking Ready Force employees—Roving Utility Foresters—to start in Florida. The role involves inspecting trees along utility lines, documenting work with handheld GIS tools, and coordinating between clients, crews, and customers while prioritizing safety.

Qualified candidates have forestry or related degrees or relevant experience, may travel extensively (6–8 weeks at a time), and must reside in Florida. Company provides training and benefits; pre-employment checks apply.

Qualifications

• Degree in forestry, horticulture, environmental science or related field.
• In lieu of a degree, 2 years of Utility Vegetation Management or related experience accepted.
• High School Diploma or GED required; substitution of 5 years of experience allowed.
• Experience with GIS-integrated data collection software/hardware preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform identification and inspection of trees along utility lines.
• Document work using handheld computers and GIS integrated software.
• Serve as a liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers to balance safety and budgetary concerns.
• Prioritize safety for yourself and your team in all vegetation-related activities.

Skills

Tree identification

GIS data collection

Self-motivation

Organization skills

Independent work

Education

Forestry / related field degree or 2-year degree

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

GIS software/hardware

Job description

ACRT, Inc.Full time RegularACRT, Inc. is the largest and most trusted independent UVM consulting and training company in the nation, and we’re growing! We are seeking new Ready Force employees- also known as Roving Utility Foresters to begin work in Florida. Ready Force employees work on short-term projects, quick start-ups, storm work, or simply fill in for positions on contracts across the state.Our Roving Utility Forester position is ideal for candidates with a background in forestry, arboriculture, horticulture, environmental studies and natural resources, or a related discipline. Experience and willingness to work outdoors in all weather and dynamic terrain is a must. Must reside in the area and be able to do overnight travel within the state of Florida.As a roving forester, you will be responsible for:Performing identification and inspection of trees along utility linesDocumenting work using handheld computers and GIS integrated softwareServing as a liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers to balance safety, budgetary, and community relation concernsThe safety of yourself and your team. Safety is the most important focus of ACRTRequirements:2 or 4 year degree in forestry, horticulture, environmental science or closely related field OR in lieu of a degree, 2 years of experience in Utility Vegetation Management or other related field (Ex. general Right-of-Way management, Integrated Vegetation Management, nursery work or timber cutting, etc.). High School Diploma or GED required; may substitute 5 years of experience in lieu of a High School Diploma or GEDStrong tree identification is a preferred skill.Experience in utility vegetation management preferredISA Certified Arborist preferred but not requiredPesticide certification preferred but not requiredCandidate must be able to travel extensively- 6 to 8 weeks at a time.Company-paid travelValid Driver License requiredCompetent computer skills including Microsoft Office SuiteExperience working with GIS integrated data collection software/hardware preferredCandidate must be self-motivated, show strong organization skills, and be production orientedCandidate must be comfortable working in an independent environment and managing a geographical area for all vegetation related activitiesPre-employment drug screen and background check requiredWhy work for ACRT:ACRT, Inc. is 100% employee-owned; it’s not just a job…it’s YOUR Company!Extensive on-the-job trainingFull Time PositionOvertime AvailableCompany-Paid Travel with DiemsACRT offers excellent benefits including:MedicalDentalVisionShort & Long Term DisabilityGroup Life InsuranceOptional Life Insurance401k with company matchPaid VacationPaid HolidaysCompany Vehicle/Gas CardPer Diem Food AllowanceBoot Allowance ProgramEmployee Stock Ownership ProgrWe are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)Company: ACRT, Inc.