Employee-Owned Transmission Forester

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Saint Marys (Elk County); On-site; USD 58,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay

Company vehicle

Company phone

Job summary

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced Vegetation Management professional to maintain safe utility infrastructure and protect natural resources. You will lead field teams, conduct inspections, and apply GIS/GPS tools to capture accurate data.

The role requires independent field work, extensive travel, and a strong knowledge of vegetation management around rights-of-way. A relevant degree and ISA Arborist credential are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum knowledge of vegetation management around utility rights of way.
• Ability to read and interpret GIS maps and spatial data.
• Experience leading field teams and coordinating field assignments.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Comfortable operating vehicles in field conditions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vegetation inspections along electric utility transmission rights-of-way.
• Identify tree and brush management needs; develop treatment plans.
• Use GIS, GPS, and mobile tech to collect and maintain field data.
• Evaluate terrain and environmental conditions for project areas.
• Operate ATV to access remote corridors.
• Travel extensively to support inspections and project needs.
• Communicate with project managers, utility reps, landowners, and crews.
• Provide leadership and field support to teammates.
• Coordinate vegetation management activities per project specs.
• Identify and resolve field issues or elevate as needed.
• Support compliance, reliability, and public safety objectives.

Skills

Vegetation management

Independent field work

Team leadership

GIS mapping

GPS/data collection

Communication

Field inspections

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Forestry/related field

ISA Certified Arborist

Tools

Tablets

GPS/GIS applications

ATV operation

Job description

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced Vegetation Management professional to maintain safe utility infrastructure and protect natural resources. You will lead field teams, conduct inspections, and apply GIS/GPS tools to capture accurate data.

The role requires independent field work, extensive travel, and a strong knowledge of vegetation management around rights-of-way. A relevant degree and ISA Arborist credential are preferred.