Roving Utility Forester - Scranton, United States - ACRT, Inc.

ACRT, Inc.

Verified Company

Scranton, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

ACRT, Inc.

ACRT, Inc. is the largest and most trusted independent UVM consulting and training company in the nation, and we're growing We are seeking new Ready Force employees
- also known as Roving Utility Foresters to begin work in the Eastern United States immediately. Ready Force employees work on short-term projects, quick start-ups, storm work, or simply fill in for positions on contracts across the country.

As a roving forester, you will be responsible for:

Performing identification and inspection of trees along utility lines
Documenting work using handheld computers and GIS integrated software
Serving as a liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers to balance safety, budgetary, and community relation concerns
The safety of yourself and your team. Safety is the most important focus of ACRT

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 RightofWay management, Integrated Vegetation Management, nursery work or timber cutting, etc.)
Strong tree identification is a preferred skill.
Experience in utility vegetation management preferred
ISA Certified Arborist preferred but not required
Pesticide certification preferred but not required
6 to 8 weeks at a time.
Companypaid travel
Valid Driver License required
Competent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
Experience working with GIS integrated data collection software/hardware preferred
Preemployment drug screen and background check required

Why work for ACRT:

ACRT, Inc. is 100% employeeowned; it's not just a job it's YOUR Company
Extensive onthejob training
Full Time Position
Overtime Available
Company-Paid Travel with Diems

ACRT offers excellent benefits including:

Medical
Dental
Vision
Short & Long Term Disability
Group Life Insurance
Optional Life Insurance
401k with company match
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Company Vehicle/Gas Card
Per Diem Food Allowance
Boot Allowance Program
Employee Stock Ownership Program

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 c)