Roving Utility Forester - Land Agent

ACRT, Inc.

Please Apply at: https://acrt.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ACRT_Careers/job/Roving-Utility-Forester--Land-Agent_R7674

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 Midwestern United States. 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.

As a Roving Forester, You Will Be Responsible For

• Performing identification and inspection of trees along gas right of ways.
• Documenting work using handheld computers and GIS-integrated software.
• Provides any advanced notice to landowners as needed as well as any explanation of work that will be occurring.
• 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.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 year or 4 year degree in forestry, horticulture, environmental science 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.
• Candidate must be able to travel through Ohio, West Virginia, Indiana and Kentucky
• Company-paid travel.
• Valid Driver License required.
• Competent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience working with GIS integrated data collection software/hardware preferred.
• Candidate must be self-motivated, show strong 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.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• ISA Arborist certification.
• Previous Environmental or utility vegetation experience.
• Previous safety related experience.
  
  

Pay is $25 to $31 an hour, based on experience.

Why Work For ACRT

• ACRT, Inc. is 100% employee-owned; it’s not just a job…it’s YOUR Company!
• On-the-job training
• Full Time Position
• Overtime Available
• Company-Paid Travel with Diems
  
  

ACRT Offers Excellent Benefits Including

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Group Life Insurance
• Optional Life Insurance
• 401k with company match
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Company Vehicle/Gas Card
• Per Diem Food Allowance
• Boot Allowance Program
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
  
  

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 hr@acrtinc.com 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)

About ACRT, Inc.

PROVIDING INDEPENDENT VEGETATION MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR MORE THAN THREE DECADESAt ACRT, we’re the only independent national vegetation management consulting firm, and our independence allows us to put our clients first.As part of that independence, ACRT always has been, and always will be, about one thing: people. It’s about our employees, our customers, and the communities our customers serve. People are so important to us that we’ve made it our key strategic mission. We believe that happy employees make happy customers. This formula will enable us to grow and secure our future.Here is some insight on our approach, our history, and what our customers say about us.YOUR NEW CAREER BEGINS HERE! Working with ACRT will make a positive impact on your career. Click the link below to start your search at : https://acrt.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/ACRT_Careers