Utility Arborist | Rochester, NH

What You’ll Do 

Vegetation Inspecting & Management 

• Identify and inspect local trees with an understanding of 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/tree and brush removal prescription into hand-held computer or other similar systems, and uses computers and associated software to perform duties 

• Notify property owners of tree trimming/tree and brush removal work to be performed relating to client specifications 

• Manage the issuance of work and track work progress 

• Perform outage investigations, when necessary 

• Discusses and negotiate line-clearance crew access issues 

• Perform herbicide audits  

• Assist with storm restoration efforts  

Tree Trimming Assessments 

• Audit tree trimming and tree removal work completed by the tree trimming contractor in the field to ensure compliance with work request forms and approved tree trimming 

• Determine when the next tree trimming is required 

• Complete post audit forms indicating adequacy of the tree trimming and tree removal work, and forward the completed forms to the vegetation management program manager or coordinator 

Maintain State, Local, & Organizational Compliance 

• Obtain permits from public agencies and documents work 

• Comply with all regulatory requirements and client vegetation management standards 

• As requested by the Senior CUF or 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 

• Conduct work in a safety-conscious manner as not to endanger themselves or others 

• Wear safety-related equipment such as hard hat, safety vest, safety glasses, etc 

• Know and exemplify ACRT’s Guiding Principles 

Positively Build Upon New & Existing Relationships 

• Serve as a liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers 

• Display optimism about the work to be done and demonstrate a positive attitude towards customers, peers, and the company 

• Maintain working relationships with local client personnel as well as all relevant federal, state and local governmental agencies 

• May be required to participate in public presentations and meetings 

Other duties as assigned. 

About You 

Must haves: 

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required; may substitute 5 years of experience in lieu of a High School Diploma or GED

• Experience: Two years of related experience. Must be 21 years of age or older. Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.  

Nice to haves: 

• Education: Associates Degree in Forestry or Horticulture 

• Experience: One year of experience as a utility Arborist. ISA Certification 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 use is a plus 

• Knowledge of electric utility facilities and hardware is a plus 

This role would not be a good fit if: 

• You do not enjoy working independently or working outdoors 

• Are not comfortable driving a pickup truck or 4x4 off-road vehicle 

• You do not have the ability to calmly communicate with customer conflicts 

Employee Training 

• Employee will need to obtain an International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certification as an Arborist within thirty (30) months upon being assigned as a CUF 

• All employees are required to take an online safe driver course and safety training.  

Drug/Alcohol Testing:  

• Drug/alcohol testing is required  

Where We Work  

• Employees will take their company provided vehicle to where they need to report for the day. They will generally not need to report to an office.  

Benefits 

Health and Safety 

• Group health plans including medical/prescription, dental, vision and a variety of other coverage options offered 

• Company paid group life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short and long term disability 

• Flexible Spending Accounts or an option for a Health Savings Account with company match 

• Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and eligible family members 

Retirement 

• Automatic enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost 

• Roth or Traditional 401(k) Retirement plan with company match  

Time Off 

• Paid Vacation 

• Paid Holidays 

• Veterans Day paid time off for our veterans 

Perks 

• Company vehicle and gas card 

• Meal and travel per diems (allowances) 

• Boot allowance 

• Certification reimbursement program