Field Forester — Utility ROW & Vegetation

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle for commuting purposes

Cell phone

$20 - 24 per hour

Job summary

Davey Resource Group, Inc. in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking a Vegetation Management professional to inspect and manage vegetation along utility rights-of-way. You will use GIS tools and mobile devices to document field data and support environmental projects.

The role emphasizes fieldwork outdoors, collaboration with planners and crews, and contributing to reliability and safety for electrical infrastructure. A 4x4 capable driver with a flexible travel radius is preferred.

Qualifications

• Outdoor fieldwork in varying terrain and weather
• Ability to read GIS maps and spatial data
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Organized, detail-oriented and comfortable using mobile tech
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Ability to operate a 4x4 vehicle and travel within service area
• Knowledge of local tree species identification and growth patterns

Responsibilities

• Conduct vegetation inspections and assessments along utility rights-of-way
• Identify tree and brush management needs and recommend treatment plans
• Support Integrated Vegetation Management (IVM) and environmental projects
• Use GIS mapping and mobile technology to collect and document field data
• Evaluate terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions in project areas
• Collaborate with planners, project managers, and field crews to implement vegetation solutions
• Help utilities maintain compliance, reliability, and public safety

Skills

GIS map interpretation

Communication

Teamwork

Organized/detail-oriented

Valid driver’s license

Travel readiness

Tree species knowledge

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Forestry/related field

Tools

GIS software

Mobile data collection devices

Job description

Davey Resource Group, Inc. in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking a Vegetation Management professional to inspect and manage vegetation along utility rights-of-way. You will use GIS tools and mobile devices to document field data and support environmental projects.

The role emphasizes fieldwork outdoors, collaboration with planners and crews, and contributing to reliability and safety for electrical infrastructure. A 4x4 capable driver with a flexible travel radius is preferred.