Consulting Utility Forester | Murfreesboro, TN

ACRT • Murfreesboro, TN

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About The Position

ACRT, Inc. is seeking an energetic, experienced professional who enjoys working outdoors. The Consulting Utility Forester position is suitable for entry-level and seasoned professionals with educational backgrounds in forestry, horticulture, arboriculture, environmental studies, conservation, or related disciplines, and experience in these fields or related work.

The forester identifies, inspects, and evaluates trees and brush along utility lines; submits inspection results and recommendations to clients; and plans, directs, and coordinates assigned tree-clearance crews. The role also involves discussing and negotiating crew access issues and serving as a liaison among clients, tree crews, and client customers. The position includes a company vehicle and fuel card for work-related and commuting purposes. Work may involve varied terrain, inclement weather, and flexible schedules, including nights and weekends as needed.

Requirements

• A two-year degree in forestry, horticulture, environmental science, or a closely related field, or two years of experience in Utility Vegetation Management or a related field in lieu of a degree.
• Competent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Self-motivated, organized, and production-oriented.
• Comfortable working independently and managing a geographical area for vegetation-related activities.
• Able to work with stakeholders, utility customers, and line-clearance vendors, with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Multi-tasking ability and strong time-management skills.
• Ability to work in varied terrain and inclement weather, with flexible schedules and availability for nights and weekends as needed.
• Valid driver's license.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background check required.

Nice To Haves

• Vegetation management experience preferred.
• Experience with GIS-integrated data collection software and hardware preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Identify, inspect, and evaluate trees and brush along utility lines.
• Submit inspection results to clients with recommendations.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of assigned tree-clearance crews.
• Discuss and negotiate line-clearance crew access issues.
• Serve as a liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers.
• Manage vegetation-related activities across an assigned geographical area.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Group life insurance
• Optional life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Vacation
• Holidays
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company vehicle and fuel card for work-related and commuting purposes
• Boot allowance program
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a vesting schedule

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree