Consulting Utility Forester - Easton, MD

Davey Tree Expert Co; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Consulting Utility Forester to join their team in a dynamic environment focused on vegetation management and utility services. This role offers the chance to work outdoors, utilizing innovative technology to support major electric utility providers. Ideal candidates will have a passion for nature, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently in diverse environments. With a commitment to safety and professional growth, this position provides opportunities for career advancement and a supportive team atmosphere. If you're ready to make a difference in the utility sector, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Referral Bonus

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Company Vehicle

Scholarship Program for Children of Employees

Qualifications

• Ability to identify local tree species and growth rates.
• Demonstrated expertise in problem solving and technical innovation.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to vegetation management planning and analysis.
• Inspect and assess vegetation for compliance standards.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Leadership

GIS Data Reading

Ability to Work Independently

Education

Two or Four-year degree in Forestry

Relevant pesticide/herbicide licenses

Tools

Hand-held Computers

4x4 Vehicle

Job description

Consulting Utility Forester - Easton, MD

Additional Locations: Easton, MD

Primary Locations: MD, Andrews AFB, Andrews AFB, 3257 Pennsylvania Avenue, 20762, MD, Gaithersburg, 8100 Cessna Avenue, 20879, DC, Washington, 1015 15th Street NW, Suite 1000, 20005, MD, Gaithersburg, 18840 Woodfield Rd., 20879

Requisition ID: 202401

Position Overview

Take ownership of your future. Grow your career in a dynamic industry! Davey Resource Group, Inc. has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in utility and environmental services.

What you’ll do:

• Successfully contribute to all aspects of vegetation management planning and analysis.
• Utilize innovative technology and practices to help major electric utility providers deliver safe and reliable power and maintain national security.
• Inspect and assess vegetation in right-of-ways for compliance standards and construction work plans.
• Identify tree and brush control work and protection zone recommendations.
• Collect data and document work using hand-held computers; assess terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions, and support IVM projects.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Planners, and Vegetation Crews to create customized solutions.

What you’ll need:

• Love of the outdoors and the ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather.
• Ability to read and follow GIS data and maps; ability to work independently.
• Leadership experience and a desire for career growth will be prioritized.
• Demonstrated expertise in problem solving, meeting deadlines, and technical innovation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Availability and desire to travel throughout the utility service area.
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle.
• Ability to identify local tree species and growth rates.
• Organizational skills; working knowledge of computers and programs, file creation, manipulation, and sharing.
• Preferred: Two or Four-year degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, or related discipline.
• Preferred: Relevant pesticide and/or herbicide licenses and certificates, if required by state law.
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist, ISA Utility Specialist, Registered Professional Forester (RPF), Utility Right-of-Way Vegetation experience.

What you’ll get:

• The opportunity to work in America’s great outdoors with teammates that support your professional growth and managers who empower you.
• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists and Skills Trainers through the Davey Institute of Tree Science.
• A company vehicle for commuting purposes and a cell phone.
• Competitive wages based on qualifications and experience.

Upon completion of a probationary period, you’ll be eligible for the following benefits including:

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees.
• Discounted stock purchase options and 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Charitable matching gift program.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.

Who we are:

The Davey Resource Group, Inc. is focused and relentless in our pursuit to help our utility clients deliver safe and reliable power to their customers and maintain national security. We are results-driven by our great people and the technology at our fingertips. People who love being the best and being a part of building something extraordinary. People who want to create change, who love what they do and the people they do it with. We are currently hiring Arborists, Foresters, Horticulturalists, Natural Resource Specialists, and plant and outdoor enthusiasts. Various full-time positions available include entry-level, special projects, and supervisory roles. We are seeking candidates who have positive attitudes, excellent communication skills, and critical attention to detail. Team players who have a thirst for knowledge and growth are encouraged to apply.

The employer of record for this position is a partnering hiring agency (“Agency”). The Davey Resource Group will partner with the Agency to review applications and conduct interviews. All offer information, applicable terms and conditions of employment (i.e., drug tests, background checks, I-9 verification, etc.), and employment information will be provided and collected by the Agency as the employer of record.