Consulting Utility Forester 1-3 | Santa Clarita, CA
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 employee works under close supervision while learning client standards, vegetation management practices, safety requirements, and field operations. The role is primarily outdoors and involves inspections, evaluations, work documentation, and field support. Employees receive onboarding, safety training, and ongoing field training and mentorship. Additional training may be required for systems, compliance, and client standards. Drug testing is required. Employees typically travel directly to field locations in a company-provided vehicle and may not report to a physical office daily. Travel is required as needed based on project and client requirements. The position is non-exempt, has no supervisory responsibilities, and works with field personnel, leadership, corporate teams, utility clients, contractors, customers, and public agencies.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least one year of related arboricultural, forestry, landscaping, utility, or outdoor field experience is preferred.
- Must be 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.
- Ability to follow established procedures and standards and read and follow maps.
- Ability to work outdoors in rugged terrain and inclement weather.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate as part of a team.
- Ability to learn and apply technical forestry knowledge in field conditions.
- Ability to walk, stand, and work outdoors for extended periods; lift up to 25 pounds; operate a vehicle and field equipment; and wear required PPE.
Nice To Haves
- 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 according to client standards.
- Support circuit mapping 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 tree trimming and removal work performed by contractors; observe and document quality and compliance.
- Support post-audit documentation and reporting.
- Maintain accurate documentation in client systems and follow client vegetation management standards, safety requirements, laws, and regulations.
- 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, company onboarding, and other assigned duties.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- ESOP contributions
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Other region-specific benefits as eligible
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
