Transmission Utility Forester | Orlando / Lakeland, FL
ACRT, Lakeland, FL, United States
About the Team
At ACRT, we put safety first. Beyond that, our culture has always been about people—our employees, our customers, and the communities our customers serve. We empower the best people to help sustain our world. We are the only independent national vegetation management consulting firm, giving us the freedom to put our clients first. We look for driven individuals with strong customer‑service skills who love the outdoors and appreciate the support and independence we provide. Qualified training opportunities are offered in areas where they are needed to help our customers reach their fullest potential.
About the Role
The Transmission Utility Forester (CUF) 1 reports to the Senior Consulting Utility Forester at ACRT Inc. The position identifies, inspects, and evaluates trees and brush along utility lines and submits inspection results to clients with recommendations. It plans, directs, and coordinates the activities of assigned tree‑clearance crews. The role requires a love of working outside, excellent attention to detail, and exceptional interpersonal communication skills.
What You’ll Do
Identify and inspect local trees, understanding growth rates.
Map circuits using client continuity lists.
Patrol and investigate distribution and/or transmission circuits and prescribed work to be performed by client tree‑trimming contractors.
Enter tree‑trimming/brush‑removal prescriptions into hand‑held computers or similar systems and use associated software.
Notify property owners of tree‑trimming and brush‑removal work to be performed.
Manage the issuance of work and track progress.
Perform outage investigations when necessary.
Discuss and negotiate line‑clearance crew access issues.
Perform herbicide audits.
Assist with storm‑restoration efforts.
Audit tree‑trimming and removal work performed by contractors to ensure compliance with work request forms and approved standards.
Determine when further tree‑trimming is required.
Complete post‑audit forms indicating adequacy of work and forward to the vegetation‑management manager or coordinator.
Obtain permits from public agencies and document work.
Comply with all regulatory requirements and client vegetation‑management standards.
Perform all necessary duties for emergency response in accordance with safety requirements, law, regulations, and labor agreements.
Adhere to attendance and work‑hour requirements.
Conduct work in a safety‑conscious manner to protect self and others.
Wear required safety equipment, including hard hat, safety vest, and safety glasses.
Exemplify ACRT’s guiding principles.
Serve as a liaison between clients, crew, and customer personnel.
Display optimism about the work and maintain a positive attitude toward customers, peers, and the company.
Maintain relationships with local client personnel and relevant federal, state, and local agencies.
May be required to participate in public presentations and meetings.
Other duties as assigned.
About You
Must Haves
Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Horticulture, or related field.
OR, Experience: Two years of related utility experience. High School Diploma or GED required, or 5 years of experience may substitute for a diploma.
21 years of age or older; valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Nice to Haves
Associate’s degree in Forestry or Horticulture.
One year of UVM experience.
ISA Certification and pesticide applicator’s license.
Your Skills
Ability to learn and use company or job‑specific software systems.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) or similar suite.
Ability to identify local trees and understand growth rates.
Ability to work in rugged terrain and inclement weather.
Ability to read and follow maps.
Ability to drive and operate a 4×4 vehicle.
Self‑starter with excellent interpersonal skills; ability to multitask and work independently and as a team.
Excellent communication skills; comfortable interacting with senior management, customers, and clients.
Demonstrated critical thinking and good judgment to make sound business decisions.
Knowledge of vegetation management and herbicide use is a plus.
Knowledge of electric‑utility facilities and hardware is a plus.
Potential Fit Concerns
You do not enjoy working independently or outdoors.
You are not comfortable driving a pickup or 4×4 off‑road vehicle.
You cannot calmly communicate during customer conflicts.
Employee Training
Obtain an ISA Certification as an Arborist within 30 months of assignment as CUF.
All employees must complete an online safe‑driver course and safety training.
Drug/Alcohol Testing
Drug and alcohol testing is required.
Where We Work
Employees use a company‑provided vehicle to travel to job sites; an office location is not mandatory.
Benefits
Group health plans, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, and other coverage options.
Company‑paid group life insurance, accidental‑death & dismemberment, short‑ and long‑term disability.
Flexible Spending Accounts or a Health Savings Account with company match.
Company‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and eligible family members.
Automatic enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost.
Roth or Traditional 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Paid vacation and paid holidays; Veterans Day PTO for veterans.
Company vehicle and gas card; meal and travel per diems; boot allowance; certification reimbursement program.
Equal Employment Opportunity
ACRT, Inc. is 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.
The contractor will not discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose pay of any employee or applicant. Employees with access to compensation information must adhere to confidentiality policies as described in 41 CFR 60‑1.35(c).
Company: ACRT, Inc.
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At ACRT, we put safety first. Beyond that, our culture has always been about people—our employees, our customers, and the communities our customers serve. We empower the best people to help sustain our world. We are the only independent national vegetation management consulting firm, giving us the freedom to put our clients first. We look for driven individuals with strong customer‑service skills who love the outdoors and appreciate the support and independence we provide. Qualified training opportunities are offered in areas where they are needed to help our customers reach their fullest potential.
About the Role
The Transmission Utility Forester (CUF) 1 reports to the Senior Consulting Utility Forester at ACRT Inc. The position identifies, inspects, and evaluates trees and brush along utility lines and submits inspection results to clients with recommendations. It plans, directs, and coordinates the activities of assigned tree‑clearance crews. The role requires a love of working outside, excellent attention to detail, and exceptional interpersonal communication skills.
What You’ll Do
Identify and inspect local trees, understanding growth rates.
Map circuits using client continuity lists.
Patrol and investigate distribution and/or transmission circuits and prescribed work to be performed by client tree‑trimming contractors.
Enter tree‑trimming/brush‑removal prescriptions into hand‑held computers or similar systems and use associated software.
Notify property owners of tree‑trimming and brush‑removal work to be performed.
Manage the issuance of work and track progress.
Perform outage investigations when necessary.
Discuss and negotiate line‑clearance crew access issues.
Perform herbicide audits.
Assist with storm‑restoration efforts.
Audit tree‑trimming and removal work performed by contractors to ensure compliance with work request forms and approved standards.
Determine when further tree‑trimming is required.
Complete post‑audit forms indicating adequacy of work and forward to the vegetation‑management manager or coordinator.
Obtain permits from public agencies and document work.
Comply with all regulatory requirements and client vegetation‑management standards.
Perform all necessary duties for emergency response in accordance with safety requirements, law, regulations, and labor agreements.
Adhere to attendance and work‑hour requirements.
Conduct work in a safety‑conscious manner to protect self and others.
Wear required safety equipment, including hard hat, safety vest, and safety glasses.
Exemplify ACRT’s guiding principles.
Serve as a liaison between clients, crew, and customer personnel.
Display optimism about the work and maintain a positive attitude toward customers, peers, and the company.
Maintain relationships with local client personnel and relevant federal, state, and local agencies.
May be required to participate in public presentations and meetings.
Other duties as assigned.
About You
Must Haves
Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Horticulture, or related field.
OR, Experience: Two years of related utility experience. High School Diploma or GED required, or 5 years of experience may substitute for a diploma.
21 years of age or older; valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Nice to Haves
Associate’s degree in Forestry or Horticulture.
One year of UVM experience.
ISA Certification and pesticide applicator’s license.
Your Skills
Ability to learn and use company or job‑specific software systems.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) or similar suite.
Ability to identify local trees and understand growth rates.
Ability to work in rugged terrain and inclement weather.
Ability to read and follow maps.
Ability to drive and operate a 4×4 vehicle.
Self‑starter with excellent interpersonal skills; ability to multitask and work independently and as a team.
Excellent communication skills; comfortable interacting with senior management, customers, and clients.
Demonstrated critical thinking and good judgment to make sound business decisions.
Knowledge of vegetation management and herbicide use is a plus.
Knowledge of electric‑utility facilities and hardware is a plus.
Potential Fit Concerns
You do not enjoy working independently or outdoors.
You are not comfortable driving a pickup or 4×4 off‑road vehicle.
You cannot calmly communicate during customer conflicts.
Employee Training
Obtain an ISA Certification as an Arborist within 30 months of assignment as CUF.
All employees must complete an online safe‑driver course and safety training.
Drug/Alcohol Testing
Drug and alcohol testing is required.
Where We Work
Employees use a company‑provided vehicle to travel to job sites; an office location is not mandatory.
Benefits
Group health plans, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, and other coverage options.
Company‑paid group life insurance, accidental‑death & dismemberment, short‑ and long‑term disability.
Flexible Spending Accounts or a Health Savings Account with company match.
Company‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and eligible family members.
Automatic enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost.
Roth or Traditional 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Paid vacation and paid holidays; Veterans Day PTO for veterans.
Company vehicle and gas card; meal and travel per diems; boot allowance; certification reimbursement program.
Equal Employment Opportunity
ACRT, Inc. is 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.
The contractor will not discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose pay of any employee or applicant. Employees with access to compensation information must adhere to confidentiality policies as described in 41 CFR 60‑1.35(c).
Company: ACRT, Inc.
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