Consulting Utility Forester

About The Team At ACRT, we put safety first. Beyond that, our culture has always been, and always will be, about one thing: people. It’s about our employees, our customers, and the communities our customers serve. We empower the best people to help sustain our world. We’re the only independent national vegetation management consulting firm—giving us the freedom to put our clients first. We’re always looking for driven individuals with good customer service skills who love the outdoors and appreciate the support and independence we provide. We offer qualified training opportunities in areas where they are needed to help our customers reach their fullest potential, preparing them for what their work throws at them. About the Role The Consulting Utility Forester (CUF) 1 reports to the Senior Consulting Utility Forester at ACRT Inc. This position will play a key role in identifying, inspecting, and evaluating trees and brush along utility lines and submitting inspection results to clients with recommendations. This position plans, directs, and coordinates the activities of assigned tree clearance crews. This position requires a love of working outside, excellent attention to detail, and exceptional interpersonal communication skills. What You’ll Do Vegetation Inspecting & Management Identify and inspect local trees with an understanding of growth rates Map circuits using client continuity lists Patrol and investigate distribution and/or transmission circuits and prescribed work to be performed by client tree trimming contractors Enter tree trimming/tree and brush removal prescription into hand‑held computer or similar system; use computers and associated software to perform duties Notify property owners of tree trimming/tree and brush removal work to be performed according to client specifications Manage issuance of work and track work progress Perform outage investigations when necessary Discuss and negotiate line‑clearance crew access issues Perform herbicide audits Assist with storm restoration efforts Tree Trimming Assessments Audit tree trimming and removal work completed by contractors to ensure compliance with work request forms and approved tree trimming Determine when next trimming is required Complete post‑audit forms indicating adequacy of work and forward to vegetation management program manager or coordinator Maintain State, Local & Organizational Compliance Obtain permits from public agencies and document work Comply with all regulatory requirements and client vegetation management standards Perform all necessary emergency response duties in accordance with safety requirements, law, regulations, and labor agreements as required by Senior CUF or Manager General Conduct & Safety Adhere to all attendance and work hour requirements Conduct work in a safety‑conscious manner to avoid endangering self or others Wear safety‑related equipment such as hard hat, safety vest, safety glasses, etc. Know and exemplify ACRT’s Guiding Principles Positively build upon new & existing relationships Serve as liaison among clients, tree crews, and client customers Display optimism and positivity toward customers, peers, and the company Maintain working relationships with federal, state, local agencies May need to participate in public presentations and meetings Other duties as assigned About You Must haves Education: Associate’s Degree in Forestry or Horticulture Experience: Two years of related utility experience preferred. Must be 21 years of age or older. Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. Nice to haves Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry or Horticulture Experience: ISA Arborist Certification preferred Your Skills Ability to learn and use company or job‑specific software systems Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) or similar suite Ability to identify local trees and knowledge of growth rates Ability to work in rugged terrain and inclement weather Ability to read and follow maps Ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle Self‑starter with excellent interpersonal skills, ability to multi‑task, and work independently and as a team Excellent communication skills, comfortable interacting with senior management, customers, and clients Demonstrated critical thinking skills and ability to exercise good judgement to make good business decisions Knowledge of vegetation management and herbicide use is a plus Knowledge of electric utility facilities and hardware is a plus This role would not be a good fit if You do not enjoy working independently or working outdoors Are not comfortable driving a pickup truck or 4x4 off‑road vehicle You do not have the ability to calmly communicate with customer conflicts Employee Training Employee will need to obtain ISA Certification as Arborist within 30 months upon assignment as CUF All employees are required to take an online safe driver course and safety training Drug/Alcohol Testing Drug/alcohol testing is required. Where We Work Employees will take their company‑provided vehicle to where they need to report for the day. They will generally not need to report to an office. Benefits Health and Safety Group health plans including medical, prescription, dental, vision and a variety of other coverage options offered Company paid group life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short and long term disability Flexible Spending Accounts or an option for a Health Savings Account with company match Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and eligible family members Retirement Automatic enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost Roth or Traditional 401(k) Retirement plan with company match Time Off Paid Vacation Paid Holidays Veterans Day paid time off for our veterans Perks Company vehicle and gas card Meal and travel per diems (allowances) Boot allowance Certification reimbursement program Salary Range Disclaimer The base salary range represents the low and high end of the ACRT salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to customer contact terms, location, experience, and performance. Other rewards may include Paid Time Off, 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, ESOP contributions, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and other region‑specific benefits as eligible. Salary Range Transparency For applicants residing in New Jersey, the salary range for this role is from $23 min to $29 max. We 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 View email address on click.appcast.io 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr ACRT