Spelman College
Consulting Utility Forester
Spelman College, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
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; and serve as a liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers.Minimum Qualifications:
2 or 4 year degree in environmental science, forestry, horticulture, 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).ISA Arborist Certification preferred.Vegetation management experience preferred.Experience working with GIS integrated data collection software/hardware or certification preferred.Candidate must be self-motivated, organized, and 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:
MedicalVisionGroup life insuranceOptional life insuranceShort- and long-term disabilityVacationHolidays401(k)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Company vehicle/fuel card for work-related and commuting purposesESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) with a great vesting schedulePre-employment drug screening and background check required.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.
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2 or 4 year degree in environmental science, forestry, horticulture, 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).ISA Arborist Certification preferred.Vegetation management experience preferred.Experience working with GIS integrated data collection software/hardware or certification preferred.Candidate must be self-motivated, organized, and 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:
MedicalVisionGroup life insuranceOptional life insuranceShort- and long-term disabilityVacationHolidays401(k)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Company vehicle/fuel card for work-related and commuting purposesESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) with a great vesting schedulePre-employment drug screening and background check required.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.
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