Consulting Utility Forester

ACRT Services

Consulting Utility Forester managing tree and brush inspections along utility lines in Texas. Coordinate tree clearance activities and liase between clients and crews for optimal vegetation management.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeCleburne • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

Requirements

What you’ll need

2 or 4 year degree in Rangeland Management, Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management 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.)
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 skills
Must demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills
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 driver's license required

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

Vegetation ManagementTree InspectionRight-of-Way ManagementIntegrated Vegetation ManagementEnvironmental ScienceNatural Resource ManagementHorticultureRangeland ManagementTimber CuttingUtility Vegetation Management

Soft Skills

Self-MotivatedOrganizedInterpersonal SkillsMulti-TaskingTime Management

Certifications

Valid Driver's License