Contract Utility Forester | Charlottesville / Winchester, VA

About the role

ACRT, Inc. is seeking a Contract Utility Forester to join our team. This position is ideal for those with a background in forestry, horticulture, arboriculture, environmental studies, conservation, or related fields, and with experience in utility vegetation management.

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
• Travel throughout Virginia with some overnight travel

Requirements

• 2 year or 4 year degree in forestry, horticulture, environmental science or closely related field
• OR 2 years of experience in Utility Vegetation Management or other related field
• Previous experience in Utility Vegetation Management preferred
• Certified in computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience working with GIS integrated data collection software/hardware preferred but not required

Qualifications

• Self-motivated, organized, production oriented
• Comfortable working in an independent environment and managing a geographical area for all vegetation related activities
• Excellent interpersonal skills, comfortable working with stakeholders, utility customers, and line clearance vendors
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Multi-tasking and strong time management skills
• Ability to work in varied terrain and inclement weather with flexible schedules (available nights and weekends as needed)

Skills

• Valid driver's license required

Benefits

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

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Flexible schedules available, including nights and weekends as needed.