Field Utility Forester - Vegetation & Right-of-Way Specialist

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Glade Spring (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle for commuting

Cell phone

Health/dental/vision & life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee referral bonus

Scholarship program for employees and…

Charitable matching gifts

Job summary

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is hiring for a field vegetation specialist to plan and analyze vegetation management projects in Glade Spring, VA. The role involves working outdoors, using GIS data, and supporting IVM projects with hand-held data collection.

You will collaborate with project teams to deliver safe, reliable power line clearance and environmental compliance. Travel across the utility service area is expected, with a strong emphasis on safety and technical innovation.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors and the ability to hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather.
• Read and follow GIS data and maps; ability to work independently.
• Leadership experience and desire for career growth.
• 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 clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle.
• Ability to identify local tree species & growth rates.
• Organizational skills; working knowledge of computers and programs, file creation, manipulation, and sharing.
• Preferred: ISA certification, ISA Utility Specialist

Responsibilities

• 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, & support IVM projects.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Planners, and Vegetation Crews to create customized solutions.

Skills

Outdoor work

GIS data & maps

Leadership experience

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Tree species identification

Organizational skills

ISA certification preferred

Job description

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is hiring for a field vegetation specialist to plan and analyze vegetation management projects in Glade Spring, VA. The role involves working outdoors, using GIS data, and supporting IVM projects with hand-held data collection.

You will collaborate with project teams to deliver safe, reliable power line clearance and environmental compliance. Travel across the utility service area is expected, with a strong emphasis on safety and technical innovation.