Vegetation Program Manager | Clarksville

Position: Vegetation Program Manager | Clarksville, IN
At ACRT, we put safety first. Beyond that, our culture always has been, and always will be, about one thing: people. It’s about our employees, our customers, and the communities our customers serve. We empower the best people to help sustain our world. We’re the only independent national vegetation management consulting firm — giving us the freedom to put our clients first.

We’re always looking for driven individuals with good customer service skills who love the outdoors and appreciate the support and independence we provide. We offer qualified training opportunities in areas where they are needed to help our customers reach their fullest potential, preparing them for what their work throws at them.
** About the Role
** The Vegetation Program Manager  reports to the Operations Manager at ACRT Inc. This position will play a key role in identifying, inspecting, and evaluating trees and brush along utility lines and submitting inspection results to clients with recommendations. This position plans, directs, and coordinates the activities of assigned tree clearance crews. This position requires a high degree of working in outdoor conditions, excellent attention to detail, and exceptional interpersonal communications skills.

Enter tree trimming/tree and brush removal prescription into hand-held computer or other similar systems, and uses computers and associated software to perform duties

Comply with all regulatory requirements and client vegetation management standards

As requested by the  Manager, perform all necessary duties for emergency response in accordance with all safety requirements, law and regulations, and applicable labor agreements

Adhere to all attendance and work hour requirements

Other duties as assigned.

Education:

Associates Degree in Forestry or Horticulture

Experience:

three years of related utility experience. Possess an ISA Arborist certification. Must be 21 years of age or older. Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry or Horticulture

Experience:

Certification for ISA Utility Specialist and TRAQ is a plus.

Your

Skills:

Ability to learn and use company or job-specific software systems

Proficiency with Microsoft Office [Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook] or similar software suite

Ability to identify local trees and knowledge of growth rates

Ability to work in rugged terrain and inclement weather

Ability to read and follow maps Ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle

Self-starter with excellent interpersonal skills, ability to multi-task, and work independently and as a team Excellent communication skills, comfortable interacting with senior management, customers, and clients

Demonstrated critical thinking skills and ability to exercise good judgement to make good business decisions

Knowledge of vegetation management and herbicide Knowledge of electric utility facilities and hardware This role would not be a good fit if:
You do not have the ability to calmly communicate with customer conflicts
** Benefits
* * From coast to coast and everywhere in between, ACRT Services and its family of companies is looking to hire the industry’s best talent. We’re looking for independent, self-driven people who turn challenges into solutions. People who want to use their careers to help utilities keep their customers in power. People who want to help us sustain our world. If that’s you, then we want to talk.

Explore our open positions now, and start a career that can make a difference for others nationwide.
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