Urban Forestry Technical Training Instructor

ACRT, Inc.

ACRT is currently seeking an energetic and experienced professional, for the position of Urban Forestry Technical Training Instructor , who can train and effectively teach students the skills of urban forestry at Northlands Job Corps Center in Vergennes, VT. Our instructors provide vocational training to students in the fundamentals of urban forestry and arboriculture, as well as life and employment skills. This position requires individuals that possess leadership, motivation, and strong interpersonal skills, as well as a desire to teach and inspire young adults.

Minimum Requirements:

• 2 to 4-year degree in Forestry, Horticulture, Arboriculture, Natural Resources, or related disciplines or related experience in arboriculture performing tree work on tree crews

• Ability to train youth to become tree workers, safely climb trees, and perform basic arborist duties

• At least 2 years of experience in the field of Forestry

• At least 2 years of experience "roping and rigging"

• Climbing & rope and saddle experience a must

• ISA Certified Arborist certification is a plus

• Tree identification skills and knowledge in tree biology

• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and applicable ANSI standards related to tree trimming activities

• Previous training experience

• Ability to effectively manage and interact with young adults

• Very strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to speak Spanish preferred

• Valid driver's license

ACRT offers excellent benefits for our employee-owners and their families:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Group Life Insurance

• Optional Life Insurance

• Short & Long Term Disability

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Boot Allowance Program

• Vacation

• Holidays

• 401(k)

• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) with a great vesting schedule

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the ACRT salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to customer contact terms, location, experience, and performance. Other rewards may include Paid Time Off, 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, ESOP contributions, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and other region-specific benefits as eligible.

Salary Range Transparency

For applicants residing in Vermont, the salary range for this role is from $68,000 min to $72,000 max.

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)