ACRT Services

ACRT Services

Consulting Utility Forester

Oklahoma City, OK · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 12 days ago
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About the role

  • The Consulting Utility Forester (CUF) reports to the Senior Consulting Utility Forester at ACRT Inc.
  • This position will play a key role in identifying, inspecting, and evaluating trees and brush along utility lines and submitting inspection results to clients with recommendations.
  • This position plan s, direct s, and coordinat es the activities of assigned tree clearance crews.

Responsibilities

  • Enter tree trimming / tree and brush removal prescription into hand-held computer or other similar systems, and uses computers and associated software to perform duties
  • Perform herbicide audits
  • Maintain State, Local, & Organizational Compliance
  • O btain permits from public agencies and documents work
  • As requested by the S enior CUF or Manager, perform all necessary duties for emergency response in accordance with all safety requirements, law and regulations, and applicable labor agreements
  • Positively Build Upon New & Existing Relationships
  • Maintain working relationships with local client personnel as well as all relevant federal, state and local governmental agencies

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • may substitute 5 years of experience in lieu of a High School Diploma or GED
  • Must be 21 years of age or older.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
  • Associates Degree in Forestry or Horticulture
  • You do not have the ability to calmly communicate with customer conflicts
  • All employees are required to take an online safe driver course and safety training.
  • Drug/alcohol testing is required
  • Determine when the next tree trimming is required
  • May be required to participate in public presentations and meetings

Nice to have

  • ISA Certification and TDA Pesticide Applicator's License is a plus.

Skills

  • Ability to learn and use company or job-specific software systems
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office [Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook] or similar software suite
  • Ability to identify local trees and knowledge of growth rates
  • Ability to work in rugged terrain and inclement weather
  • Ability to read and follow maps
  • Ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle
  • Self-starter with excellent interpersonal skills, ability to multi-task, and work independently and as a team
  • Demonstrated critical thinking skills and ability to exercise good judgement to make good business decisions
  • Knowledge of vegetation management and herbicide use is a plus
  • Knowledge of electric utility facilities and hardware is a plus
  • This role would not be a good fit if:
  • You do not enjoy working independently or working outdoors

Compensation

  • 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

Benefits

  • Health and Safety
  • Group health plans including medical/prescription, dental, vision and a variety of other coverage options offered
  • Company paid group life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short and long term disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts or an option for a Health Savings Account with company match
  • Automatic enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost
  • Roth or Traditional 401(k) Retirement plan with company match
  • Veterans Day paid time off for our veterans
  • Certification reimbursement program

Company info

  • It's about our employees, our customers, and the communities our customers serve.
  • We empower the best people to help sustain our world.
  • We're the only independent national vegetation management consulting firm - giving us the freedom to put our clients first.
  • We're always looking for driven individuals with good customer service skills who love the outdoors and appreciate the support and independence we provide.
  • We offer qualified training opportunities in areas where they are needed to help our customers reach their fullest potential, preparing them for what their work throws at them.
  • At ACRT, we put safety first.
  • Beyond that, our culture always has been, and always will be, about one thing: people.
  • S erve as a liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers
  • D isplay optimism about the work to be done and demonstrate a positive attitude towards customers, peers, and the company

Equal opportunity

  • We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer.
  • 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.
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