Forestry Specialist | Orlando, FL

Summary

ACRT, Inc.Full time RegularACRT is currently seeking energetic experienced professionals who enjoy working outdoors. Our Forestry Specialist 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 Forestry Specialists 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-year or four-year degree in Forestry, Biology, Natural Resources, Environmental Science or related field OR high school diploma/GED plus two years of UVM experience. High school diploma/GED requirement can waived with 5 years related experience.Previous Vegetation management experience strongly preferredISA Arborist certification 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)Some overnight travel requiredValid driver's license requiredAdditional 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 requiredWe 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.Company: ACRT, Inc.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

ACRT, Inc.Full time RegularACRT is currently seeking energetic experienced professionals who enjoy working outdoors. Our Forestry Specialist 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 Forestry Specialists 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-year or four-year degree in Forestry, Biology, Natural Resources, Environmental Science or related field OR high school diploma/GED plus two years of UVM experience. High school diploma/GED requirement can waived with 5 years related experience.Previous Vegetation management experience strongly preferredISA Arborist certification 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)Some overnight travel requiredValid driver's license requiredAdditional 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 requiredWe 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.Company: ACRT, Inc.#J-18808-Ljbffr