ACRT, Inc.
RovingUtilityForester
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Roving Utility Forester at ACRT, Inc.. Skills: tree identification and inspection, documentation using handheld computers and GIS integrated software, liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers. Performing identification and inspection of trees along utility lines. Documenting work using handheld computers and GIS integrated software”
Industry & Context.
Experience and willingness to work outdoors in all weather and dynamic terrain is a must., Candidate must be able to travel extensively- 6 to 8 weeks at a time., Company-paid travel, Company Vehicle/Gas Card, Per Diem Food Allowance, Boot Allowance Program
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Candidate must be able to travel extensively- 6 to 8 weeks at a time., Valid Driver License required, Competent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, Candidate must be self-motivated, show organization skills, and be production oriented, Candidate must be comfortable working in an independent environment and managing a geographical area for all vegetation related activities, Pre-employment drug screen and background check required
Nice to Have
tree identification is a preferred skill., Experience in utility vegetation management preferred, ISA Certified Arborist preferred but not required, Pesticide certification preferred but not required, Experience working with GIS integrated data collection software/hardware preferred
What You'll Do.
Performing identification and inspection of trees along utility lines
Documenting work using handheld computers and GIS integrated software
Serving as a liaison between clients
and client customers to balance safety
and community relation concerns
The safety of yourself and your team.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Serving as a liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers
Full Job Description
ACRT, Inc. 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 Eastern United States immediately. 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. Pay is $20 to 26 an hour, based on experience **As a roving forester, you will be responsible for:** * 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 * The safety of yourself and your team. Safety is the most important focus of ACRT **Requirements:** * 2 year or 4 year degree in forestry, horticulture, natural resources or closely related field OR in lieu of a degree, 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.) * Strong tree identification is a preferred skill. * Experience in utility vegetation management preferred * ISA Certified Arborist preferred but not required * Pesticide certification preferred but not required * Candidate must be able to travel extensively- 6 to 8 weeks at a time. * Company-paid travel * Valid Driver License required * Competent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite * Experience working with GIS integrated data collection software/hardware preferred * Candidat
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