Consulting Utility Forester | Grand Junction, CO

Grand Junction, CO - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 21 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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.

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 specifically will be contracting for Xcel Energy as a new construction vegetation planner in the Denver metro area.

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The basesalaryrange represents the low and high end of the ACRTsalaryrange for this position. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited tocustomer contact termslocationexperience 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.

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For applicants residing inColorado thesalaryrange for this role is from $25.50 minto $29.50 max.

Minimum Requirements:

2 year 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 field (Ex. general Right-of-Way management Integrated Vegetation Management nursery work or timber cutting etc.)
ISA Arborist certification required
ISA Utility Specialist and/or TRAQ certification strongly preferred
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 skill
Must demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skill
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 drivers 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 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 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.

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 contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Company: ACRT Inc.

ACRT Inc.Full time RegularACRT 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...