Senior Utility Forester – Field Ops & Tree Management

ACRT Pacific; United States; Remote; USD 49,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) retirement savings plan with 2%

ESOP contributions

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

ACRT Pacific, LLC. is seeking a Consulting Utility Forester 4 to perform advanced vegetation management inspections and prescriptions along utility corridors. You will manage complex circuits, coordinate with contractors, and ensure client and regulatory compliance.

This outdoor role requires strong technical knowledge, sound decision-making, and excellent communication with clients and stakeholders. The position emphasizes field audits, data entry, permits, safety protocols, and multi-area

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Experience: Four (4) years of related arboricultural/vegetation management experience
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• CPR/First Aid certification (required prior to start)

Responsibilities

• Independently patrol distribution and/or transmission circuits, including complex or high-priority areas
• Identify, inspect, and evaluate trees and vegetation
• Prescribe tree trimming and removal work in accordance with client standards and specifications
• Map circuits using client continuity lists
• Enter prescriptions and data into handheld devices and applicable systems
• Notify property owners and obtain necessary permissions when required
• Track work progress and manage documentation efforts
• Perform outage investigations and support more complex field scenarios
• Support and coordinate vegetation management activities across assigned areas
• Audit tree trimming and removal work performed by contractors
• Evaluate quality, productivity, and compliance of completed work
• Determine future trimming requirements and cycles
• Complete post-audit documentation and reporting
• Address and resolve discrepancies or issues in contractor work
• Maintain State, Local, & Organizational Compliance
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and client vegetation management standards
• Obtain permits from public agencies as required
• Ensure proper documentation in client systems
• Follow all safety requirements, laws, and regulations
• Wear required PPE and follow safety protocols at all times
• Adhere to attendance and work hour requirements
• Positively Build Upon New & Existing Relationships
• Serve as a key liaison between clients, contractors, and customers
• Coordinate with contractors to resolve access issues, work conflicts, and scheduling challenges
• Maintain working relationships with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders
• Communicate effectively with property owners, agencies, and the public
• Support resolution of customer concerns or escalated issues
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication

Decision Making

Field Work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GIS

Data collection tools

Utility systems

Job description

ACRT Pacific, LLC. is seeking a Consulting Utility Forester 4 to perform advanced vegetation management inspections and prescriptions along utility corridors. You will manage complex circuits, coordinate with contractors, and ensure client and regulatory compliance.

This outdoor role requires strong technical knowledge, sound decision-making, and excellent communication with clients and stakeholders. The position emphasizes field audits, data entry, permits, safety protocols, and multi-area