Solar Site Vegetation Manager

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Oak Ridge (LA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is seeking a full-time, on-site team member to implement vegetation operations at a utility-scale solar field.

You’ll manage all vegetation within the station, ensure safety, compliance, and performance, and maintain daily, professional communication with DRG leadership and the client. We value initiative and reliability—candidates should be self-driven, capable of long physical days, and committed to delivering high-quality results.

Qualifications

• Mowing experience preferred.
• Must have a current driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to work continuously for 8+ hours a day.
• Ability to work in all weather and ground conditions.
• Experience using Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Calendar, etc.
• Good communication skills in person, over the phone, and email.
• Able to lift and carry 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Manage a small team.
• Manual labor with string trimmers.
• Operates mini skidsteers, compact tractors and brush hogs.
• Perform basic daily equipment maintenance (training provided).
• Herbicide application.
• Operate a 3/4 ton truck pulling a trailer.

Skills

Mowing experience

Driver's license

Endurance

Weather tolerance

Gmail/Docs

Communication

Lifting 50 lb

Tools

Gmail/Docs

Job description

Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.

Locations: Oak Ridge, LA

Additional Locations: Oak Ridge Solar Site

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 230513

Position Overview

POSITION LOCATION: Oakridge, LA

Payrate: $24-$30/hour; 40 hours per week, year round

Davey Resource Group UVM is offering a unique, full-time, seasonal opportunity for a motivated team member to implement vegetation operations at a utility-scale solar field in Kirksville.

In this role, you’ll be on-site responsible for managing all vegetation within the solar generation station—ensuring safety, compliance, and performance. You'll work closely with DRG leadership and maintain direct, daily communication with our client, representing DRG with professionalism and expertise.

We’re looking for someone who is self-driven, takes pride in their work, and is ready to deliver consistent, high-quality results.

Job Duties

• Manage a small team
• Manual labor with string trimmers
• Skilled operation with mini skidsteers, compact tractors and brush hog style mowers
• Perform basic daily maintenance on equipment (training provided)
• Herbicide application
• Operate a 3/4 ton truck pulling a trailer

Qualifications

• Mowing experience is preferred
• Must have a current drivers license with a clean driving record
• Ability to work continuously for 8+ hours a day
• Ability to work in all inclement types of weather and ground conditions
• Experience using Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Calendar etc.
• Good communication skills in person, over the phone, and email
• Able to lift and carry 50 pounds

What we offer

• Competitive pay starting at $24/hour
• Industry-related training
• Work on a small-scale team and gain independent work experience
• Benefits including health, dental, vision & life insurance
• Employee referral bonus program
• Discounted stock purchase options and 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.

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 (marijuana included) and background check 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, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Contact

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

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations: Up to 25%