Bryan Durr Announced as New Director of Operations for ACRT Pacific
Bryan Durr Announced as New Director of Operations for ACRT Pacific
January 13, 2020 — Stockton, CA — ACRT Pacific, a vegetation management consulting firm focused exclusively on California utilities and one of four brands under parent company ACRT Services, has named Bryan Durr as the new director of operations.
Over the years, Durr excelled in each role he held within the organization and relocated multiple times to gain valuable experience. He has served as operations manager in Florida and later as a business development manager for ACRT’s western territory. Most recently, he worked at a large investor-owned utility as a program manager.
In total, Durr has nearly 15 years of experience in the vegetation management industry. He holds an associate’s degree in applied science and forest management from the School of Natural Resources at Hocking College. Durr is also an ISA certified arborist and utility specialist.
“I’m excited to start my new role as director of operations for ACRT Pacific,” Durr said. “I’m grateful for the many opportunities I’ve been given to grow, and I’m ready to begin the next part of my career.”
In addition to this work for utilities throughout the U.S., Durr also served as an employee board member, chair of the safety committee, advisor to the area safety representatives, and historian of the employee stock ownership program (ESOP) committee.
“Bryan’s work ethic and passion for our organization is undeniable,” said Brian Joiner, president of ACRT Pacific. “We’re pleased to have him continue his career with us as director of operations.”
Durr resides in California with his son and wife, who is also employed with ACRT Pacific and works on vegetation management initiatives for California utilities.
About ACRT Pacific
ACRT Pacific partners with California-based utilities to proactively manage vegetation across their rights-of-way — ensuring safe and reliable service to customers and ensuring compliance in a heavy regulatory environment. To learn more about ACRT Pacific, its independent industry position, and its services to California utilities, visit pacific.acrt.com.
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