Quality Assurance Inspector

Davey Tree Expert Co; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Advancement opportunities

Safety gear provided

401(k) with company match

Employee-owned company stock options

Health plan

Referral bonus program

Locations nationwide

Career development program

Scholarship program for employees'孩子

Charitable matching gifts

Job summary

Davey Resource Group, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, seeks certified arborists and related professionals for outdoor work with major utility clients. The role involves vegetation audits, data collection, GIS use, and coordination with stakeholders.

Candidates should have 1+ year of utility vegetation management experience, a related degree, clean DMV record, and be prepared to work in rugged terrain with safety as a priority.

Qualifications

• Outdoor work environment and independence required.
• Adaptability, continuous learning, and strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of local tree species and growth rates.
• Ability to hike in rugged terrain and endure inclement weather.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to become ISA certified arborist within 6 months.
• ISA Certified Arborist credential is preferred or pursued.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with a major utility provider and client representatives.
• Audit vegetation and ensure alignment with utility standards and regulations.
• Collect, analyze, and share statistically valid reports from audits.
• Capture data on handheld devices using maps and GIS tools.
• Communicate with public and private stakeholders about vegetation and utility ops.
• Assess terrain, habitat and environmental conditions.
• Supervise vegetation crews and coordinate with project managers.
• Identify and help resolve environmental and project constraints.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean work site.

Skills

Outdoor work

Adaptable

Detail oriented

Tree species knowledge

Hiking rugged terrain

Communication skills

ISA certification path

ISA Certified Arborist

Education

Bachelors/Two-Four year degree in horticulture/forestry/environmental science

Job description

Position Overview

At Davey Resource Group, Inc., a Davey Company, our job is to help our clients provide a safe and reliable power source through proper vegetation management practices.

Do you want a career working outdoors?

Do you care about sustainability?

Do you want a career with stability and growth opportunities?

The Davey Resource Group (DRG) is currently hiring certified arborists, professional foresters, horticulturalists, natural resource specialists, environmental scientists, GIS technicians, and plant and outdoor enthusiasts to join our workforce.

Job Duties

Work with a major electric/gas utility provider and address its natural resource management and forestry needs, including daily coordination with client representatives

Perform audits around utility infrastructure to verify hazardous vegetation and conditions otherwise incompatible with utility standards and state and federal regulations are properly identified and mitigated

Compile, analyze, and distribute statistically valid reports concerning work audited

Collect and enter data on handheld devices, follow maps and GPS navigation, and utilize GIS applications

Communicate with public and private stakeholders regarding vegetation and other natural resource-related utility operations

Assess all terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions

Coordinate with project managers, planners, and vegetation crews, including crew oversight and supervision

Identify, document, track, and help resolve environmental and other project-specific constraints

Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work site

Qualifications

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Embraces an outdoor and independent work environment

Thrives on adaptation, continual learning and training and is detail oriented

Possess knowledge of local tree species and species specific growth rates

Has ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather

Is a great communicator and team player

Has the ability to become an International Society of Arboriculture certified arborist within 6 months

ISA Certified Arborist

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Two or four year degree in horticulture, forestry, urban forestry, environmental science or a related discipline

Clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads

More than 1 year of utility vegetation management experience or similar experience in a related field (tree work industry, landscape professional)

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

DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.

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. TheDavey 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.

Accommodations

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

Employment Type

Permanent

Job Type

Full Time

Travel Expectations

Up to 50%