Utility Forester

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays and leave

401(k) retirement plan

Employee stock purchase options

Company-paid safety gear

Job summary

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is seeking a dynamic UVM Technician to join our environmental team and support utility vegetation management across ROWs.

You will inspect ROWs, identify needed tree work, coordinate with line-clearance crews, document findings, and communicate with property owners. Expect activities including on-call shifts, nights, weekends, and storms.

Qualifications

• Experience in professional or collegiate tree work settings is required.
• Ability to identify local tree species and understand tree physiology.
• Arborist certification or ability to obtain within 6–12 months and pesticide license required.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record needed.
• Proficient in common computer programs (Word/Excel/Access/Outlook/PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Inspect utility rights‑of‑way and access areas for compliance with standards.
• Identify needed tree and brush work and coordinate with line-clearance crews.
• Document work using handheld devices and notify property owners as needed.
• Audit contractor work and address access issues with crews.
• Support special projects and be available for nights, weekends, holidays, or storms.

Skills

Tree work experience

Tree identification

Computer literacy (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Driver's license & clean record

Wildland firefighting experience

Education

ISA Certified Arborist (or ability to obtain in 6–12 months)

Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License

Tools

Word

Excel

Access

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.

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Additional Locations: Oklahoma

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 224723

Position Overview

We are currently looking to add a dynamic UVM Technician to our passionate team of environmental professionals.

Job Duties

The Utility Vegetation Management (UVM) Technician will inspect distribution utility right-of-ways and access to Right-of-Way (ROW) areas, for compliance with state clearance standards. Identify needed tree and brush control work and provide info to line-clearance crews. Document work using hand-held computer. Notify property owners of pending work on their property. Audit work completed by contractors. Discuss and negotiate line-clearance crew access issues. Special projects as assigned. Must be willing to work nights, weekends, holidays and storms as needed.

Qualifications

Education and Qualifications: An individual must be able to perform each essential job duty consistently and satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Professional or Collegiate Practical Tree Work Experience (including Collegiate Climbing Classes, Forestry Club Operations, Production Climber, Groundsman, or Lift Operator, etc).
• Proficiency with local Tree Identification and Tree Physiology. ISA Certified Arborist or ability to obtain in 6-12 months. Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License.
• Wildland fire fighting experience
• Current Driver’s License and Driving Record in good standing.
• Proficient working knowledge of computers. Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint.

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

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. 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.

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.

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 50%