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Consulting Utility Forester 3

ACRT, Inc.

Jul 16, 2026
ACRT Pacific, LLC. Full time Regular Position Summary The Consulting Utility Forester 3 reports to the Operations Manager at ACRT Pacific. This fully proficient role independently performs vegetation management inspections, evaluations, and work prescriptions along utility lines. The CUF 3 is responsible for managing routine vegetation management activities, ensuring compliance with client and regulatory standards, and supporting contractor coordination. This role works primarily outdoors and requires strong technical knowledge, independent decision-making, and effective communication with clients, contractors, and stakeholders. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Vegetation Inspecting & Management Independently patrol distribution and/or transmission circuits Identify, inspect, and evaluate trees and vegetation Prescribe tree trimming and removal work in accordance with client standards Map circuits using client continuity lists Enter prescriptions and data into handheld devices and applicable systems Notify property owners and obtain necessary permissions when required Track work progress and manage documentation efforts Perform outage investigations and document findings Tree Trimming Assessments Audit tree trimming and removal work performed by contractors Evaluate quality and compliance of completed work Determine future trimming requirements and cycles Complete post-audit documentation and reporting Maintain State, Local, & Organizational Compliance Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and client vegetation management standards Obtain permits from public agencies as required Maintain accurate documentation in client systems Follow all safety requirements, laws, and regulations Wear required PPE and follow safety protocols at all times Adhere to attendance and work hour requirements Positively Build Upon New & Existing Relationships Serve as a liaison between clients, contractors, and customers Coordinate with contractors to resolve access and work issues Maintain working relationships with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders Communicate effectively with property owners and the public Other duties as assigned. Requirements Minimum Qualifications: Education: High School Diploma or GED Experience: Three (3) years of related arboricultural/vegetation management experience Must be 21 years of age or older Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record CPR/First Aid certification (required prior to start) Preferred Qualifications: ISA Certified Arborist (or ability to obtain) Experience with GIS or data collection tools Desired Skills: Ability to independently perform vegetation inspections and prescribe work Strong knowledge of tree identification and growth rates Ability to interpret and apply client vegetation management standards Ability to work in rugged terrain and inclement weather Ability to read and follow maps Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and manage workload Ability to coordinate with contractors and stakeholders Competencies: Accountability Communication Quality Safety Focused Technical Acumen This role would not be a good fit if: Work outdoors in varying weather conditions Perform independent fieldwork and make decisions Communicate with customers, contractors, and stakeholders Apply technical forestry knowledge in field conditions Employee Training All employees are required to complete safety training and company onboarding programs Additional training may be required for systems, compliance, and client standards Drug Testing: Drug testing is required Office Employees will typically report directly to field locations using a company-provided vehicle and may not report to a physical office daily. Additional: Department & Division: Operations Exempt Status: Non-Exempt Reports to: Operations Manager Works with Inside Company: Field personnel and leadership Corporate teams Works with Outside Company: Utility clients Contractors Customers and public agencies Working Conditions:* Outdoor environments with significant field time Exposure to weather, terrain, and vegetation conditions Supervisor Responsibilities: None Physical Requirements: Ability to walk, stand, and work outdoors for extended periods Ability to lift up to 25 lbs Ability to operate a vehicle and field equipment Ability to wear required PPE Travel Requirements: Travel as needed based on project and client requirements Salary Range Transparency: For applicants residing in California, the hourly rate for this role is $28.00 per hour. 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 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. 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) Company: ACRT, Inc.