Consulting Utility Forester | Tallahassee / Monticello, FL

ACRT Services•Tallahassee, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

ACRT, Inc. is seeking a full-time Consulting Utility Forester to join their team. This role involves identifying, inspecting, and evaluating 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. The position requires a passion for working outdoors, excellent attention to detail, and exceptional interpersonal communication skills.

Requirements

Associates degree in Forestry in Forestry, Natural Resources, Biology or related field OR 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
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
Drug testing is required

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree in Forestry or a related field
3 years of utility vegetation management experience

Responsibilities

Identify and inspect local trees demonstrating an understanding of growth rates
Map 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
Notify property owners of tree trimming/tree and brush removal work to be performed relating to client specifications
Manage the issuance of work and track work progress
Perform 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
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
Complete 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
Conduct training on proper quality assessments
Obtain permits from public agencies and documents work
Comply 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 exemplify ACRT’s Guiding Principles
Conduct safety and productivity audits, quality assurance, and quality control assessments
Serve as a liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers
Display 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