Consulting Utility Forester - Full Time

Full time Regular ACRT, 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 the United Statesimmediately. Ready Force employees work on short-term projects, quick start-ups, storm work, or simply fill in for positions on contracts across the country.

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.

Performing identification and inspection of trees along utility lines

Documenting work using handheld computers and GIS integrated software

Serving as a liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers to balance safety, budgetary, and community relation concerns

2 year degree in forestry, horticulture, environmental science or closely related field OR in lieu of a degree, high school diploma/ GED plus 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/GED requirement can be waived for 5 years of UVM experience.

• Strong tree identification is a preferred skill.
• Experience in utility vegetation management preferred
• Candidate must be able to travel extensively- 6 to 8 weeks at a time.
• Company-paid travel
• Competent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience working with GIS integrated data collection software/hardware preferred
• Extensive on-the-job training

Full Time Position

Overtime Available

Company-Paid Travel with Diems

Medical

• Dental
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Group Life Insurance
• Optional Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Company Vehicle/Gas Card
• Per Diem Food Allowance
• Employee Stock Ownership Program

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. 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.