Field Forester: Utility Vegetation & GIS

Davey Tree Expert Co; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle for commuting

Company-provided cell phone

Industry-leading training

Mentorship

Career pathways

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental leave

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Employee referral bonus

Scholarship program

Charitable gift matching

Discounts on services

Job summary

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is seeking a Vegetation Management professional to help maintain safe and reliable utility infrastructure while protecting natural resources.

You will conduct vegetation inspections and assessments along utility rights-of-way, identify tree and brush management needs, and develop treatment plans using GIS mapping and field data. Join a leading employee-owned company offering a company vehicle for commuting and field work, robust training through the Davey Institute,

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science, or related field.
• ISA Certified Arborist credential is preferred.
• Strong reading of GIS maps and spatial data helpful.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vegetation inspections and assessments along utility rights-of-way.
• Identify tree and brush management needs and recommend treatment plans.
• 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 mapping

Field data collection

Communication

Teamwork

Mobile technology

Driver's license

4x4 vehicle operation

Tree species knowledge

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in Forestry/Urban Forestry/Horticulture/Environmental Science or related

ISA Certified Arborist

Tools

GIS software

Mobile data collection apps

Job description

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is seeking a Vegetation Management professional to help maintain safe and reliable utility infrastructure while protecting natural resources.

You will conduct vegetation inspections and assessments along utility rights-of-way, identify tree and brush management needs, and develop treatment plans using GIS mapping and field data. Join a leading employee-owned company offering a company vehicle for commuting and field work, robust training through the Davey Institute,