Forestry Consultant

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Consulting Utility Forester to join our team at ACRT, Inc. As a Consulting Utility Forester, you will be responsible for performing identification, inspection, and evaluation of trees and brush along utility lines, submitting inspection results to clients with recommendations, and planning, directing, and coordinating the activities of assigned tree clearance crews.

• Perform identification, inspection, and evaluation of trees and brush along utility lines
• Submit inspection results to clients with recommendations
• Plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of assigned tree clearance crews
• Discuss and negotiate line-clearance crew access issues
• Serve as a liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers

• 2-year or 4-year degree in forestry, horticulture, environmental science, natural resources, or closely related field
• 2 years of experience in Utility Vegetation Management or other related field
• Vegetation management experience preferred
• Competent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience working with GIS integrated data collection software/hardware preferred but not required
• Self-motivated, organized, production-oriented
• Comfortable working in an independent environment and managing a geographical area for all vegetation-related activities
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Multi-tasking and strong time management skills required
• Ability to work in varied terrain and inclement weather with flexible schedules
• Valid driver's license required

• Competitive hourly rate of $19 to $31
• Full-time position
• 100% employee-owned company
• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, group life insurance, optional life insurance, short- and long-term disability, vacation, holidays, 401(k), and Employee Assistance Program
• Company vehicle/fuel card for work-related and commuting purposes
• Boot allowance program
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) with a great vesting schedule

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and 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 hr@acrtinc.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.