Senior Utility Forester – Field Vegetation & Compliance Lead

ACRT Pacific; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

ESOP contributions

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

ACRT Pacific is seeking a Consulting Utility Forester 4 for Bakersfield/Tehachapi, CA. This advanced role conducts vegetation management inspections, writes work prescriptions, and coordinates with contractors to ensure safe, compliant utility rights-of-way.

You’ll map circuits, enter data, and support outage investigations in outdoor settings. The ideal candidate has four years of arboricultural experience, ISA certification preferred, and strong communication skills to liaise with clients and

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Four years of related arboricultural/vegetation management experience.
• Must be 21 years or older; valid driver’s license with clean record; CPR/First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Independently patrol distribution and transmission circuits, including complex or high-priority areas.
• Identify, inspect, and evaluate trees and vegetation; prescribe trimming/removal work.
• Coordinate with contractors to resolve access issues, schedules and field conflicts.
• Maintain compliance with client standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Communication

Decision making

Independent worker

Field navigation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GIS

Data collection tools

ISA Certified Arborist

Job description

ACRT Pacific is seeking a Consulting Utility Forester 4 for Bakersfield/Tehachapi, CA. This advanced role conducts vegetation management inspections, writes work prescriptions, and coordinates with contractors to ensure safe, compliant utility rights-of-way.

You’ll map circuits, enter data, and support outage investigations in outdoor settings. The ideal candidate has four years of arboricultural experience, ISA certification preferred, and strong communication skills to liaise with clients and