Consulting Utility Forester

The Davey Tree Expert Company • Escondido, CA • 8h ago

Position Overview

We are currently looking to add a dynamic UVM Technician to our passionate team of environmental professionals.

Job Duties

The Utility Vegetation Management (UVM) Technician will inspect distribution utility right-of-ways and access to Right-of-Way (ROW) areas, for compliance with state clearance standards. Identify needed tree and brush control work and provide info to line-clearance crews. Document work using hand-held computer. Notify property owners of pending work on their property. Audit work completed by contractors. Discuss and negotiate line-clearance crew access issues. Special projects as assigned. Must be willing to work nights, weekends, holidays and storms as needed.

Qualifications

Education and Qualifications:

An individual must be able to perform each essential job duty consistently and satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Professional or Collegiate Practical Tree Work Experience (including Collegiate Climbing Classes, Forestry Club Operations, Production Climber, Groundsman, or Lift Operator, etc).

Proficiency with local Tree Identification and Tree Physiology. ISA Certified Arborist or ability to obtain in 6-12 months. Commercial Pesticide Applicator's License.

Current Driver's License and Driving Record in good standing.

Proficient working knowledge of computers. Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint.

Additional Information

What We Offer:*

Paid time off and paid holidays.

Opportunities for advancement.

All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.

401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.

Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.

Group Health Plan.

Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend.

Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.

Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.

The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.

Charitable matching gift program.

*All listed benefits available to eligible employees.

Company Overview

DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.

Divisional Overview

POSITION: Consulting Utility Forester

TYPE: Full-Time

POSITION LOCATIONS: Throughout San North Diego County

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of the employee owned Davey Tree Expert Company. Our job is to help our clients provide a safe and reliable power source through proper vegetation management practices.

Do you want a career working outdoors?

Do you care about sustainability?

Do you want a career with stability and growth opportunities?

The Davey Resource Group (DRG) is currently hiring certified arborists, professional foresters, horticulturalists, natural resource specialists, environmental scientists, GIS technicians, and plant and outdoor enthusiasts to join our workforce.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work with major electric/gas utility system and address its forestry needs

Inspect utility rights of ways and identify vegetation incompatible with state and federal

regulations

Collect and enter data on handheld devices, follow maps and use GPS navigation

Communicate with landowners regarding work on or near their property

Assess all terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions

Coordinate with project managers, planners, and vegetation crews

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Embraces an outdoor and independent work environment

Thrives on adaptation, continual learning and training and is detail oriented

Possess knowledge of local tree species and species specific growth rates

Has ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather

Is a great communicator and team player

Is willing to work throughout the county as needed

ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ)

ISA Utility Specialist Certification

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads

ISA Certified Arborist Certification

And

Two or four year degree in horticulture, forestry, urban forestry, environmental science or a related discipline

Has more than 1 year of utility vegetation management experience or similar experience in a related field (tree work industry, landscape professional)

WHAT WE OFFER:

$23-30 per hour (Dependent on experience and professional certifications)

Company Vehicle and Fuel Card

Company Cell Phone

Paid time off and paid holidays

Opportunities for advancement

All job specific equipment and safety gear provided

Opportunities to work on a variety of projects in various locations

401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match

Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus program

The Davey Institute provides personal and professional development opportunities

Employee Scholarship for AS degree in Environmental Management

Scholarship Program for Children of Employees

Charitable matching gift program

Company paid professional certifications and continuing education

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: At Davey, our values are our compass and core to everything we do. Davey Resource Group values itself on Safety, Integrity, Expertise, Leadership, Stewardship, and Perseverance. Pre-employment drug screen and Social Security Number verification required. The Davey Tree Expert Company and DRG are Equal Opportunity Employers.

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