Post Inspection Quality Assurance Auditor

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Riverton (WY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Employee-owned company

Job summary

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is seeking a Post Inspection Quality Assurance Auditor to verify tree risk assessments and ensure quality of pruning, removals, and right-of-way maintenance across Wyoming.

The role is primarily field-based with extensive travel and requires independent work in rugged terrain. You will document findings using GIS and mobile data collection platforms, and communicate corrective actions when needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of utility forestry, utility vegetation management (UVM), arboriculture, or related forestry experience.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate vegetation management prescriptions, tree pruning, removals, hazard tree conditions, and right-of-way vegetation management activities.
• Strong understanding of ANSI A300 pruning standards, industry best practices, and utility vegetation management principles.
• Ability to identify and understand electric utility infrastructure including transmission and distribution facilities, conductors, poles, substations, transformers, switches, and associated right-of-way assets.
• Working knowledge of utility clearance requirements and vegetation-related reliability risks associated with electric utility systems.
• Ability to confidently audit the work of pre-inspection and tree contractor personnel and provide objective quality assurance feedback.
• Strong written communication, GIS, and electronic data collection skills.
• Valid driver license with acceptable driving record.
• ISA Certified Arborist credential preferred. Candidates not currently certified must possess the education and/or experience required to become ISA Certified Arborists and must successfully obtain certification within six (6) months of hire as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Audit contractor pre-inspections to verify tree risk assessments, work prescriptions, and identification of vegetation requiring management.
• Audit completed pruning, removal, and right-of-way vegetation maintenance activities for quality and specification compliance.
• Evaluate contractor performance and identify discrepancies between prescribed and completed work.
• Assess tree health, species characteristics, clearance requirements, hazard conditions, and long-term vegetation management needs.
• Document findings using GIS, mobile data collection platforms, photographs, and electronic reporting systems.
• Provide recommendations and communicate corrective actions when necessary.

Skills

Field auditing

GIS data collection

Independent work

Written communication

Valid driver’s license

Education

ISA Certified Arborist credential preferred

Tools

GIS software

Mobile data collection platforms

Garmin InReach

Job description

Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.

Locations: Riverton, WY, Casper, WY, Casper, WY

Additional Locations: Riverton, WY

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 230645

Position Overview

POSITION: Post Inspection Quality Assurance Auditor

TYPE: Full-Time, Monday thru Thursday 4-10s

POSITION LOCATION: Casper / Riverton, WY

Job Duties

Responsibilities

• Audit contractor pre-inspections to verify tree risk assessments, work prescriptions, and identification of vegetation requiring management.
• Audit completed pruning, removal, and right-of-way vegetation maintenance activities for quality and specification compliance.
• Evaluate contractor performance and identify discrepancies between prescribed and completed work.
• Assess tree health, species characteristics, clearance requirements, hazard conditions, and long-term vegetation management needs.
• Document findings using GIS, mobile data collection platforms, photographs, and electronic reporting systems.
• Provide recommendations and communicate corrective actions when necessary.

Work Environment

This position is primarily field-based and involves extensive travel throughout Wyoming, including remote and rural areas. Candidates must be comfortable working independently with minimal supervision, operating in rugged terrain and areas with limited cellular coverage. DRG supports lone-worker safety through established communication protocols, including Garmin InReach satellite communication devices that provide dependable communications in remote locations.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of utility forestry, utility vegetation management (UVM), arboriculture, or related forestry experience.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate vegetation management prescriptions, tree pruning, removals, hazard tree conditions, and right-of-way vegetation management activities.
• Strong understanding of ANSI A300 pruning standards, industry best practices, and utility vegetation management principles.
• Ability to identify and understand electric utility infrastructure including transmission and distribution facilities, conductors, poles, substations, transformers, switches, and associated right-of-way assets.
• Working knowledge of utility clearance requirements and vegetation-related reliability risks associated with electric utility systems.
• Ability to confidently audit the work of pre-inspection and tree contractor personnel and provide objective quality assurance feedback.
• Strong written communication, GIS, and electronic data collection skills.
• Valid driver license with acceptable driving record.
• ISA Certified Arborist credential preferred. Candidates not currently certified must possess the education and/or experience required to become ISA Certified Arborists and must successfully obtain certification within six (6) months of hire as a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• ISA Certified Arborist credential at time of hire (required within 6 months of hire)
• ISA Certified Arborist Utility Specialist credentials.
• Utility vegetation management QA/QC experience.
• Experience working within electric utility vegetation management programs.
• Experience auditing contractor pre-inspections and completed contractor work.

Physical And Operational Requirements

• Frequent statewide travel throughout Wyoming.
• Ability to safely operate 4x4 vehicles on unimproved roads and remote access routes.
• Ability to operate ATVs/UTVs in accordance with company safety policies.
• Ability to hike and work on uneven terrain in varying weather conditions.

Additional Information

What We Offer

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
• Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
• Group Health Plan.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend.
• Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.
• Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.
• The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.
• Charitable matching gift program.
• All listed benefits available to eligible employees.

Company Overview

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: At Davey, our values are our compass and core to everything we do. Davey Resource Group values itself on Safety, Integrity, Expertise, Leadership, Stewardship, and Perseverance. Pre-employment drug screen and Social Security Number verification required.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

ACCOMMODATIONS

If requested by an employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

CONTACT

Visit jobs.davey.com for additional job opportunities and company information.

The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [e-mail].

Divisional Overview

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Davey Resource Group, Inc., is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Employment Type

Permanent

Job Type

Full Time

Travel Expectations

Up to 50%