Consulting Utility Forester | Bloomington, IN

ACRT, Inc.

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ACRT is currently seeking energetic experienced professionals who enjoy working outdoors. Our Consulting Utility Forester position is ideal for 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.

Minimum Requirements:Two or four year forestry, Environmental Science, Natural Resources degree or related field OR high school diploma plus two years of UVM experiencePrevious Vegetation management experience preferredCompetent computer skills including Microsoft Office SuiteExperience working with GIS integrated data collection software/hardware preferred but not requiredCandidate must be self-motivated, organized, production orientedCandidate must be comfortable working in an independent environment and managing a geographical area for all vegetation related activitiesCandidate must be able to work with stakeholders, utility customers and line clearance vendors and have excellent interpersonal skillsMust demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skillsMulti-tasking and strong time management skills requiredAbility to work in varied terrain and inclement weather with flexible schedules (available nights and weekends as needed)Valid driver's license requiredISA Arborist certification preferred

Additional Information:MedicalDentalVisionGroup life insuranceOptional life insuranceShort- and long-term disabilityVacationHolidays401(k)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Company vehicle/fuel card for work-related and commuting purposesBoot allowance programESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) with a great vesting schedulePre-employment drug screening and background check required

Salary Range DisclaimerThe base salary range represents the low and high end of the ACRT salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to customer contact terms, location, experience, and performance. Other rewards may include Paid Time Off, 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, ESOP contributions, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and other region-specific benefits as eligible.

Salary Range TransparencyFor applicants residing in Indiana, the salary range for this role is from $18 min to $24 max.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The 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)