Forestry Specialist | Orlando, FL

About the role

ACRT, Inc. is seeking a Forestry Specialist to join our team. This position is ideal for experienced professionals with a background in forestry, horticulture, arboriculture, environmental studies, conservation, or related fields.

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

Requirements

• Two-year or four-year degree in Forestry, Biology, Natural Resources, Environmental Science or related field OR high school diploma/GED plus two years of UVM experience
• High school diploma/GED requirement can be waived with 5 years related experience
• Previous Vegetation management experience strongly preferred
• ISA Arborist certification preferred
• Certified in competent 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
• Capable of working with stakeholders, utility customers, and line clearance vendors and having excellent interpersonal skills
• 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)
• Some overnight travel required
• 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.

Contact

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at hr@acrtinc.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.