Field Vegetation Specialist - Utilities & GIS (Outdoor)

Davey Tree Expert Co; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle for commuting

Cell phone

Scholarship program for children

401(k) retirement savings with company

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is seeking Vegetation Management professionals to maintain safe, reliable utility infrastructure while protecting natural resources. You will inspect rights-of-way, assess vegetation needs, and document field data using GIS and mobile tech.

Travel within the service area is required as projects span multiple sites. The role emphasizes collaboration with planners and field crews, with responsibilities to ensure compliance, reliability, and public safety.

Qualifications

• Passion for working outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions.
• Ability to read and interpret GIS maps and spatial data.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable using mobile technology.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to operate a 4x4 vehicle and travel within the service area.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn 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.
• 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 maps

Spatial data

Communication

Teamwork

Mobile technology

Driver's license

4x4 vehicle travel

Tree species knowledge

Education

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

ISA Certified Arborist® (preferred)

Tools

GIS mapping software

Mobile data collection tools

Job description

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is seeking Vegetation Management professionals to maintain safe, reliable utility infrastructure while protecting natural resources. You will inspect rights-of-way, assess vegetation needs, and document field data using GIS and mobile tech.

Travel within the service area is required as projects span multiple sites. The role emphasizes collaboration with planners and field crews, with responsibilities to ensure compliance, reliability, and public safety.