Consulting Staff Forester

• Promotes a safety culture by performing duties consistent with IIF.
• Coordinates, plans and schedules work for vegetation, pole treating and inspection work.
• Provides cost estimates for Vegetation Management work.
• Performs job site inspections to confirm job site readiness and coordinates necessary resources to optimize manpower and equipment utilization.
• Monitors and assesses progress for contractors, as needed.
• Ensures corrective actions are taken as necessary to ensure performance meets contract and standards.
• Coordinates vegetation activities with Power Plants, dispatch, local management, and other entities, as required.
• Discusses and negotiates line-clearance issues with customers, vendors, local government entities, and special interest groups.
• Acts as primary contact for contract crews on company property responsible for authorizing and communicating changes in work scope.
• Responsible for communicating the completion of work to necessary parties.
• Coordinates and monitors emergency work as required.
• Investigates claims and is responsible for resolution of complaints and negotiates positive solutions.
• Maintains a positive working relationship with all departments of the Company.
• Provides expert utility arborist knowledge as required.
• Reviews and approves contractor invoices to ensure proper billing and accounting.
• Performs audits on contractor work to ensure all work is complete, accurate, and meets OG&E specifications.
• Accurately maintains records of completed circuit clearing and other vegetation management work and keeps records up to date and ensure information can be readily accessed and used.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Education:  High School Diploma or GED equivalent, or Bachelor's Degree in any discipline 
• Experience: If you have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent, you must have 5 years of Field Experience in a job involved with Utility Construction, Maintenance or Service Restoration to include all Utilities (i.e., Electric, Water, Phone, or Gas) with 3 years of experience in the field of Arboriculture. If you have a Bachelor's Degree, you must have 3 years of work experience in the field of Arboriculture. Must be 21 years of age or older. Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record. 

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in a Life Science field such as Horticulture, Forestry, Biology, Botany, or Landscape Architecture 
• Experience: 2 years working in a field associated with primary duties such as a Lineman, Sales Professional, Geographic Information System (GIS) Professional, Arborist, or in Land Management.

• Working knowledge of IVM (Integrated Vegetation Management) and the proper application of IVM techniques.
• Strong knowledge of arboriculture, horticulture, or vegetation management.
• Ability to link the impact of arboriculture, horticulture, or vegetation management to the efficient and safe operation of an electric utility.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to read/create maps and utilize GIS based applications.
• Strong ability to work in partnership with other members.
• Ability to communicate effectively in speech and writing.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with team members, leaders, customers, and communities.
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnosis problems, and resolve effectively.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
•  Ability to understand and comply with company policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs and SSOPs).
• Demonstrated ability to adjust and adapt across varied working conditions.
• Strong Organizational Skills and an ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities.

• Required to maintain permanent residence within thirty (30) minute commute of operational location where the position is based.
• May require occasional overnight stays for routine work and extended stays of 3-7 days for emergency storm restoration.
• May be required to work non-standard work schedules to include on-call weekends, and holidays.
• Exposed to extreme conditions and inclement weather.
• Required to operate motor vehicle safely in all traffic, weather and light conditions.
• May be required to work under hazardous conditions.

• Drug/alcohol testing is required
• This position is a classified as a Safety-Sensitive Job under state law. Individuals in this position are subject to the terms and conditions set forth in OGE Energy Corp.'s Drug Testing Plan.

• 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. 

• 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 

• Automatic enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost 
• Roth or Traditional 401(k) Retirement plan with company match  

• Paid Vacation 
• Paid Holidays 
• Veterans Day paid time off for our veterans 

• Company vehicle and gas card 
• Meal and travel per diems (allowances) 
• Boot allowance 
• Certification reimbursement program 

PROVIDING INDEPENDENT VEGETATION MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR MORE THAN THREE DECADESAt ACRT, we’re the only independent national vegetation management consulting firm, and our independence allows us to put our clients first.As part of that independence, ACRT always has been, and always will be, about one thing: people. It’s about our employees, our customers, and the communities our customers serve. People are so important to us that we’ve made it our key strategic mission. We believe that happy employees make happy customers. This formula will enable us to grow and secure our future.Here is some insight on our approach, our history, and what our customers say about us.YOUR NEW CAREER BEGINS HERE! Working with ACRT will make a positive impact on your career. Click the link below to start your search at : https://acrt.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/ACRT_Careers