Consulting Utility Forester

ACRT, Inc.

  • Rapid City, SD
  • $21.00-25.50 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
  • Apply easily
Please complete application on our website:https://acrt.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ACRT_Careers/details/Consulting-Utility-Forester---Rapid-City--SD_R6435We empower the best people to help sustain our world. 100% employee-owned. Independence guaranteed.Company:ACRT, Inc.ACRT is currently seeking energetic experienced professionals who enjoy working outdoors. Our Consulting Utility Forester position is ideal for entry level and seasoned professionals with an educational background in forestry, horticulture, arboriculture, environmental studies, conservation or related disciplines and with experience in these fields and line of work.Our Foresters perform identification, inspection, and evaluation of 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.This position has a salary range of $21.00 to $25.50 an hour.Minimum Requirements:
  • 2 years or 4 years 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 fields (Ex. general Right-of-Way management, Integrated Vegetation Management, nursery work or timber cutting, etc.).
  • Vegetation management experience preferred.
  • Competent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Experience working with GIS-integrated data collection software/hardware preferred but not required.
  • 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).
  • Able to sit for prolonged periods of time as our employees could spend extended time driving and/or in meetings/training.
  • Valid driver's license required.
Additional Information:
  • 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
  • Pre-employment drug screening and background checks required
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)About ACRT, Inc.:PROVIDING INDEPENDENT VEGETATION MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR MORE THAN THREE DECADESAt ACRT, we’re the only independent national vegetation management consulting firm, and our independence allows us to put our clients first.As part of that independence, ACRT always has been, and always will be, about one thing: people. It’s about our employees, our customers, and the communities our customers serve. People are so important to us that we’ve made it our key strategic mission. We believe that happy employees make happy customers. This formula will enable us to grow and secure our future.Here is some insight on our approach, our history, and what our customers say about us.YOUR NEW CAREER BEGINS HERE! Working with ACRT will make a positive impact on your career. Click the link below to start your search at : https://acrt.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/ACRT_Careers

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