Consulting Utility Forester 1-3 | Lancaster, CA

ACRT•Lancaster, CA

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About The Position

The Consulting Utility Forester 1 is an entry-level position supporting vegetation management operations along utility lines. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the role assists with inspections, evaluations, work documentation, tree-trimming assessments, and field observations. The employee works under close supervision while learning client standards, vegetation-management practices, safety requirements, and field operations. The position is primarily outdoors and requires following established procedures and communicating with internal teams, contractors, customers, and property owners. The role is non-exempt and has no supervisory responsibilities. Employees typically travel directly to field locations using a company-provided vehicle and may not report to a physical office daily. Travel is required as needed based on project and client requirements. Employees complete safety training and company onboarding, with additional training and ongoing field mentorship provided as needed. Drug testing is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 21 years of age.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
CPR/First Aid certification required prior to start.
Ability to learn vegetation inspection and work-prescription processes.
Basic knowledge of tree identification and vegetation-management principles, or ability to learn them.
Ability to follow established procedures and standards.
Ability to work outdoors in rugged terrain and inclement weather.
Ability to read and follow maps.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and learn and apply technical forestry knowledge in field conditions.
Ability to walk, stand, and work outdoors for extended periods; lift up to 25 lbs; operate a vehicle and field equipment; and wear required PPE.
Ability to travel as needed based on project and client requirements.

Nice To Haves

One year of related arboricultural, forestry, landscaping, utility, or outdoor field experience is preferred.
ISA Certified Arborist certification, or ability to obtain it within a defined timeframe.
Experience working outdoors in varying terrain or weather conditions.
Familiarity with handheld devices, maps, or data-collection tools.

Responsibilities

Assist with patrolling distribution and/or transmission circuits.
Learn to identify, inspect, and evaluate trees and vegetation.
Assist with prescribing tree-trimming and removal work in accordance with client standards.
Support mapping circuits using client continuity lists.
Enter data and work information into handheld devices and applicable systems.
Assist with notifying property owners and obtaining permissions when required.
Support documentation and tracking of vegetation-management activities.
Assist with outage investigations and field observations.
Audit contractor tree-trimming and removal work; observe and document the quality and compliance of completed work.
Support post-audit documentation and reporting.
Follow client vegetation-management standards, safety requirements, laws, and regulations; maintain accurate documentation in client systems.
Wear required PPE and follow safety protocols at all times.
Adhere to attendance and work-hour requirements.
Communicate professionally with customers, contractors, property owners, team members, and supervisors.
Support coordination with contractors and internal teams and represent ACRT professionally in field interactions.
Complete required safety training, onboarding, and other assigned duties.