Public works maintenance equipment operators and related workers jobs in the United States

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Counted Oct 27, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 283
Employers: 40

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payUSD / hour: $23.74Across 94 listings

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Where work happens

Remote: 0%0 listings
Hybrid: <1%1 listing
On-site: 1%3 listings

Not specified: 99% (279 listings)

Employers hiring include Utilities Service, LLC (69), Atlas Field Services (38), Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. (34).

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Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

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Public works maintenance equipment operators and related workers jobs in the United States

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Consulting Utility Forester 4-6 | Lancaster, CA
ACRT Pacific, LLC.
Lancaster, CA
- $35.25 to $39 USD / hour
…performs complex vegetation management inspections, evaluations, and work prescriptions along utility lines. The CUF 4 is responsible for managing more complex circuits, coordinating with…
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Consulting Utility Forester 4-6 | Bakersfield / Tehachapi, CA
ACRT Pacific, LLC.
Bakersfield, CA · Tehachapi, CA
- $35.25 to $39 USD / hour
…performs complex vegetation management inspections, evaluations, and work prescriptions along utility lines. The CUF 4 is responsible for managing more complex circuits, coordinating with…
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Consulting Utility Forester 1-3 | Bakersfield / Tehachapi, CA
ACRT Pacific, LLC.
Bakersfield, CA · Tehachapi, CA
- $26 to $28 USD / hour
…management operations by assisting with inspections, evaluations, and work documentation activities along utility lines. The CUF 1 works under close supervision while learning client…
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Consulting Utility Forester 1-3 | Lancaster, CA
ACRT Pacific, LLC.
Lancaster, CA
- $26 to $28 USD / hour
…management operations by assisting with inspections, evaluations, and work documentation activities along utility lines. The CUF 1 works under close supervision while learning client…
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Consulting Utility Forester 1-3 | Santa Clarita, CA
ACRT Pacific, LLC.
Santa Clarita, CA
- $26 to $28 USD / hour
…management operations by assisting with inspections, evaluations, and work documentation activities along utility lines. The CUF 1 works under close supervision while learning client…
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Consulting Utility Forester 4-6 | Santa Clarita, CA
ACRT Pacific, LLC.
Santa Clarita, CA
- $35.25 to $39 USD / hour
…performs complex vegetation management inspections, evaluations, and work prescriptions along utility lines. The CUF 4 is responsible for managing more complex circuits, coordinating with…
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Consulting Utility Forester 4-6 | Bishop / Mammoth, CA
ACRT Pacific, LLC.
Bishop, CA · Mammoth Lakes, CA
- $35.25 to $39 USD / hour
…performs complex vegetation management inspections, evaluations, and work prescriptions along utility lines. The CUF 4 is responsible for managing more complex circuits, coordinating with…
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Consulting Utility Forester 1-3 | Bishop / Mammoth, CA
ACRT Pacific, LLC.
Bishop, CA · Mammoth Lakes, CA
- $26 to $28 USD / hour
…management operations by assisting with inspections, evaluations, and work documentation activities along utility lines. The CUF 1 works under close supervision while learning client…
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Consulting Utility Forester 4-6 | Victorville, CA
ACRT Pacific, LLC.
Victorville, CA
- $35.25 to $39 USD / hour
…performs complex vegetation management inspections, evaluations, and work prescriptions along utility lines. The CUF 4 is responsible for managing more complex circuits, coordinating with…
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Consulting Utility Forester 1-3 | Victorville, CA
ACRT Pacific, LLC.
Victorville, CA
- $26 to $28 USD / hour
…management operations by assisting with inspections, evaluations, and work documentation activities along utility lines. The CUF 1 works under close supervision while learning client…
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- $27 USD / hour
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Utility Arborist
Utilities Service, LLC
Piedmont, AL
…freedom of working independently, enjoys a fast-paced environment and the challenges of a rewarding profession, consider a career in vegetation management with…
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Consulting Utility Forester
Utilities Service, LLC
Pullman, WA
…freedom of working independently, enjoys a fast-paced environment and the challenges of a rewarding profession, consider a career in vegetation management…
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Consulting Utility Forester - ISA Required
Utilities Service, LLC
Portland, OR
…freedom of working independently, enjoys a fast-paced environment and the challenges of a rewarding profession, consider a career in vegetation management with…
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Consulting Utility Forester | Lynchburg, VA
Eocene Environmental Group, Inc.
Lynchburg, VA
JOIN A TEAM THAT CARES ABOUT THE PLANET - AND EACH OTHER
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Consulting Utility Forester | Santa Fe, NM
Eocene Environmental Group of the West, Inc.
Santa Fe, NM · Las Vegas, NM
JOIN A TEAM THAT CARES ABOUT THE PLANET - AND EACH OTHER
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Street Sweeper Operator (Overnight Shift)
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Chestnut Hill, MA
- $28.86 USD / hour
Department of Public Works – Highway and Sanitation Division
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Consulting Utility Forester
The Davey Tree Expert Company
Maysville, KY
- $21 to $27 USD / hour
POSITION LOCATION: Lexington, KY and surrounding areas
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The Davey Tree Expert Company
Elizabethtown, KY
- $21 to $27 USD / hour
POSITION LOCATION: Lexington, KY and surrounding areas
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- $31.85 USD / hour
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Consulting Utility Forester (ISA Arborist) | Grand Junction, CO
ACRT, Inc.
Grand Junction, CO
- $31,533 USD / year
…Consulting Utility Forester position is ideal for entry level and seasoned professionals with an educational background in forestry, horticulture, arboriculture, environmental studies,…
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The Davey Tree Expert Company
Cambridge, OH
- $22 to $24 USD / hour
…an Experienced Line Clearance Trimmer, preferably a Climber and/or with a CDL, joining a team servicing the Guernsey and Tuscarawas County, Ohio regions which includes:…
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Garbage Truck Driver- Mid Week Shift
ALLIED WASTE TRANSPORTATION, INC.
Chicago, IL
- $31.85 USD / hour
POSITION SUMMARY: A Driver- CDL (B) is responsible for safely operating a collection truck, and providing prompt, courteous and complete waste removal services for customers. In addition, a…
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Consulting Utility Forester (ISA Arborist) | Grand Junction, CO
ACRT, Inc.
Grand Junction, CO
…Consulting Utility Forester position is ideal for entry level and seasoned professionals with an educational background in forestry, horticulture, arboriculture, environmental studies,…

ACRT Pacific, LLC.

Consulting Utility Forester 1-3 | Lancaster, CA

Lancaster, CA, United States

$26 to $28 USD / hour

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Pay: $26 to $28 USD / hour
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 27, 2026

Original job description

ACRT Pacific, LLC.

Full time Regular

Position Summary The Consulting Utility Forester 1 reports to the Operations Manager at ACRT Pacific. This entry-level role supports vegetation management operations by assisting with inspections, evaluations, and work documentation activities along utility lines. The CUF 1 works under close supervision while learning client standards, vegetation management practices, safety requirements, and field operations. This role works primarily outdoors and requires a willingness to learn technical forestry skills, follow established procedures, and communicate effectively with internal teams, contractors, and customers.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Vegetation Inspecting & Management

Assist with patrolling distribution and/or transmission circuits
Learn to identify, inspect, and evaluate trees and vegetation
Assist with prescribing tree trimming and removal work in accordance with client standards
Support mapping of circuits using client continuity lists
Enter data and work information into handheld devices and applicable systems
Assist with notifying property owners and obtaining permissions when required
Support documentation and tracking of vegetation management activities
Assist with outage investigations and field observations

Tree Trimming Assessments

Assist with auditing tree trimming and removal work performed by contractors
Observe and document quality and compliance of completed work
Support completion of post-audit documentation and reporting

Maintain State, Local, & Organizational Compliance

Follow all client vegetation management standards and safety requirements
Maintain accurate documentation within client systems
Follow all safety requirements, laws, and regulations
Wear required PPE and follow safety protocols at all times
Adhere to attendance and work hour requirements

Positively Build Upon New & Existing Relationships

Maintain professional communication with customers, contractors, and property owners
Support coordination efforts with contractors and internal teams
Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors
Represent ACRT professionally in field interactions

Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: One (1) year of related arboricultural, forestry, landscaping, utility, or outdoor field experience preferred
Must be 21 years of age or older
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
CPR/First Aid certification (required prior to start)

Preferred Qualifications:

ISA Certified Arborist (or ability to obtain within a defined timeframe)
Experience working outdoors in varying terrain or weather conditions
Familiarity with handheld devices, maps, or data collection tools

Desired Skills:

Ability to learn vegetation inspection and work prescription processes
Basic knowledge of tree identification and vegetation management principles
Ability to follow established procedures and standards
Ability to work outdoors in rugged terrain and inclement weather
Ability to read and follow maps
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
Ability to learn and apply technical forestry knowledge in field conditions

Competencies:

Accountability
Communication
Quality
Safety Focused
Adaptability

This role would not be a good fit if:

Work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Follow established safety and operational procedures
Communicate with customers, contractors, and stakeholders
Learn technical forestry concepts and field processes
Perform fieldwork in rugged terrain

Employee Training

All employees are required to complete safety training and company onboarding programs
Additional training may be required for systems, compliance, and client standards
Ongoing field training and mentorship will be provided

Drug Testing:

Drug testing is required Office Employees will typically report directly to field locations using a company-provided vehicle and may not report to a physical office daily.

Additional:

Department & Division: Operations Exempt Status*: Non-Exempt Reports to**: Operations Manager

Works with Inside Company:

Field personnel and leadership
Corporate teams

Works with Outside Company:

Utility clients
Contractors
Customers and public agencies

Working Conditions:

Outdoor environments with significant field time
Exposure to weather, terrain, and vegetation conditions

Supervisor Responsibilities:

None

Physical Requirements:

Ability to walk, stand, and work outdoors for extended periods
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs
Ability to operate a vehicle and field equipment
Ability to wear required PPE

Travel Requirements:

Travel as needed based on project and client requirements

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the ACRT Pacific 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 California, the salary for this role is from $26 to $28 an hour

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)

Company: ACRT, Inc.

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Skills

Inspection
Documentation
Auditing
Regulatory compliance
Reporting
Communication skills
Valid driver's licence
CPR
First Aid
Work in outdoor conditions
Interpersonal skills
Adaptability
Communicate with customers
Staff training
Onboarding
Leadership
Heavy lifting

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