Consulting Utility Forester | Tallahassee / Monticello, FL

About this role

ACRT, Inc.

Full time Regular

Company Description  

At ACRT, we put safety first. Beyond that, our culture always has 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.  

Role Description  

The Forestry Specialist reports to the Operations Manager 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, direct s , and coordinat es the activities of assigned tree clearance crews. This position requires a love for working outside , excellent attention to detail , and exceptional interpersonal communications skill s .  

Essential Duties & Responsibilities  

Vegetation Inspecting & Management  

• Identify and inspect local trees demonstrating an understanding of growth rates  

• M ap out 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 other similar systems, and use computers and associated software to perform duties  

• N otif y property owners of tree trimming / tree and brush removal work to be performed relating to client specifications  

• M anage the issuance of work and track work progress  

• P erform outage investigations , when necessary  

• Discusses and negotiate line-clearance crew access issues    

• Lead storm restoration efforts and special initiatives  

• Perform role of vegetation observer in helicopter patrols as requested  

Tree Trimming Assessments  

• Audit tree trimming and tree removal work completed by the tree trimming contractor in the field to ensure compliance with work request forms and approved tree trimming  

• Determine when the next tree trimming is required  

• C omplete post audit forms indicating adequacy of the tree trimming and tree removal work, and forward the completed forms to the vegetation management program manager or coordinator  

Maintain State, Local, & Organizational Compliance  

• Conduct training on proper quality assessments  

• O btain permits from public agencies and documents work  

• Compl y with all regulatory requirements and client vegetation management standards  

• As requested , perform all necessary duties for emergency response in accordance with all safety requirements, law and regulations, and applicable labor agreements  

• Adhere to all attendance and work hour requirements  

• Conduct work in a safety-conscious manner as not to endanger themselves or others  

• Wear safety-related equipment such as hard hat, safety vest, safety glasses, etc  

• Know and exemplif y ACRT’s Guiding Principles  

• Conduct safety and productivity audits , quality assurance, and quality control assessments  

Positively Build Upon New & Existing Relationships  

• S erve as a liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers  

• D isplay optimism about the work to be done and demonstrate a positive attitude towards customers, peers, and the company  

• Maintain working relationships with local client personnel as well as all relevant federal, state and local governmental agencies  

• May be required to participate in public presentations and meetings  

Other duties as assigned  

Requirements  

Minimum Qualifications :  

• Education: Associates degree in Forestry in Forestry, Natural Resources, Biology or related field

or

• Experience: High School Diploma or GED required; may substitute 5 years of experience in lieu of a High School Diploma or GED 2 years of utility vegetation management experience . ISA Utility Specialist Credential and state issues Pesticide license is required . Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record  

Preferred Qualifications :  

• Education: Bachelors degree in Forestry or a related field  

• Experience: 3 years of utility vegetation management experience    

Desired Skills:  

• Ability to learn and use company or job-specific software systems  

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office [Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook] or similar software suite  

• Ability to identify local trees and knowledge of growth rates  

• Ability to work in rugged terrain and inclement weather  

• Ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle  

• Self-starter with excellent interpersonal skills, ability to multi-task and work independently as well 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  

• Strong understanding of FAC-003  

• Proven ability and knowledge of project management   

This role would not be a good fit if:  

• You do not enjoy working independently  

• You do not enjoy working outdoors  

• You a re not comfortable driving a pickup truck or 4x4 off-road vehicle  

• You a re not comfortable interacting with customers via phone calls and email on a consistent basis  

Drug Testing:    

• Drug testing is required    

Office  

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.

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Actio

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