Utility Vegetation Technician

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in vegetation management is seeking a Utility Vegetation Technician in Calgary. This role involves managing vegetation for utility companies, creating work manifests, and ensuring compliance with management plans. Applicants should have a degree in forestry or environmental science and relevant experience in arboriculture. The position offers full-time, year-round employment with benefits and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Per Diem

Fully covered accommodations

Travel expenses

Benefits and RRSP matching

Stock purchase options

Ongoing training and career advancement

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in arboriculture or vegetation management.
• Certifications like ISA Certified Arborist preferred.
• Basic knowledge of hydroelectric power systems.

Responsibilities

• Patrol and assess right-of-way vegetation.
• Create vegetation management prescriptions and schedules.
• Conduct site audits to verify work compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

GIS Knowledge

Vegetation Identification

Education

University degree in forestry or environmental science

College diploma in related field

Job description

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Company:

Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited

Locations:

Calgary, Alberta, Nisku, Alberta

Additional Locations:

Edmonton, Calgary, Red Deer, Athabasca

Work Site:

On Site

Req ID:

208834

Position Overview

As a Utility Management Planner/Utility Forest Technician, you will provide detailed vegetation management workloads and prescriptions for utility companies and develop work manifests for line clearance tree crews, managing vegetation along transmission and distribution rights of way.

You will support our clients by delivering accurate work instructions and best practices, offering cost-effective solutions for vegetation management.

Job Duties

1. Patrol and assess right-of-way vegetation, translating operational plans into GIS for field execution.
2. Review and understand utility customer needs.
3. Create vegetation management prescriptions and schedules for tree clearing, mechanical vegetation control, herbicide application, and danger tree removals to enhance system reliability and cost efficiency.
4. Compile assessment data and plans into computer and GIS systems for execution.
5. Coordinate pre-operation activities, including permitting, liaising with agencies, clients, and contractors, and property owner notifications.
6. Conduct site audits and spot checks to verify work compliance with management plans.
7. Serve as a contact point for utility customers near work sites.
8. Act as a forestry problem solver to maintain safe and reliable power.
9. Inform stakeholders about upcoming work and address their questions.

Qualifications

1. University degree in forestry, environmental science, or related field preferred; college diploma also acceptable.
2. 3+ years’ experience in arboriculture, vegetation management, forestry, or utility line clearing.
3. Certifications such as ISA Certified Arborist or Utility Tree Trimmer preferred; other relevant certifications considered assets.
4. Knowledge of forestry and utility vegetation management methods.
5. Ability to identify vegetation, tree species, weeds, danger trees, and understanding of plant growth.
6. Basic knowledge of hydroelectric power systems and utility network mapping.
7. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
8. Ability to work safely independently and in teams; willingness to learn.
9. GIS application knowledge is a plus.
10. Valid driver’s license, clean record, and ability to travel across Canada.

Additional Information

1. Shift rotations vary, including 5 on 2 off, 10 on 4 off, 15 on 6 off.
2. 10-hour workdays with potential overtime; various shift schedules.
3. Per Diem, fully covered accommodations, and travel expenses.
4. Full-time, year-round employment with benefits, RRSP matching, and stock purchase options.
5. Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce.

For accommodations during the recruitment process, contact: [e-mail].