Consulting Utility Forester | Southwest Maryland

ACRT Services•Fredericksburg, VA

26d•$28 - $30

About The Position

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. About the Role 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, directs, and coordinates the activities of assigned tree clearance crews. This position requires a love of working outside, excellent attention to detail, and exceptional interpersonal communications skills. Duties include: Distribution and transmission ROW inspections and danger tree assessment Outage investigations Contractor oversite and audits (quality and safety) Coordinate with property owners Other duties based on utility request. Distribution and transmission ROW inspections and danger tree assessment Outage investigations Contractor oversite and audits (quality and safety) Coordinate with property owners Other duties based on utility request.

Requirements

2- 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.)
ISA Certified Arborist, a Maryland Tree Expert, and Maryland Pesticide Applicator or obtain the credentials within 12 months of award.
Competent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
Candidate must be self-motivated, organized, production oriented
Candidate must be comfortable working in an independent environment and managing a geographical area for all vegetation related activities
Candidate must be able to work with stakeholders, utility customers and line clearance vendors and have excellent interpersonal skills
Must demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills
Multi-tasking and strong time management skills required
Ability to work in varied terrain and inclement weather with flexible schedules (available nights and weekends as needed)
Valid driver's license required