ACRT
Consulting Utility Forester | Stephenville, TX
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Consulting Utility Forester | Stephenville, TX
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ACRT
ACRT, Inc.
Full time Regular
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.
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.
Minimum Requirements
2 or 4‑year degree in Rangeland Management, Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management or closely related field OR in lieu of a degree, 2 years of experience in Utility Vegetation Management or other related field (e.g. 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)
Valid driver’s license required
Additional Information
Full‑time position
ACRT is 100% employee‑owned; it’s not just a job…it’s YOUR company!
Employees become owners and receive company stock after a waiting period
ACRT offers excellent benefits for our employee‑owners and their families
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Group life insurance and optional life insurance
Short‑term and long‑term disability
Vacation and Holidays
401(k) with company match
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 check required
Equal Employment Opportunity 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. 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. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries Utilities
Contact Information Job alerts can be set for “Forester” roles by signing in to the ACRT career portal.
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Consulting Utility Forester | Stephenville, TX
role at
ACRT
ACRT, Inc.
Full time Regular
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.
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.
Minimum Requirements
2 or 4‑year degree in Rangeland Management, Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management or closely related field OR in lieu of a degree, 2 years of experience in Utility Vegetation Management or other related field (e.g. 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)
Valid driver’s license required
Additional Information
Full‑time position
ACRT is 100% employee‑owned; it’s not just a job…it’s YOUR company!
Employees become owners and receive company stock after a waiting period
ACRT offers excellent benefits for our employee‑owners and their families
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Group life insurance and optional life insurance
Short‑term and long‑term disability
Vacation and Holidays
401(k) with company match
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 check required
Equal Employment Opportunity 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. 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. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries Utilities
Contact Information Job alerts can be set for “Forester” roles by signing in to the ACRT career portal.
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