Utility Forester Consultant: ROW & Vegetation

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Maysville (KY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle for commuting

Cell phone

Health, dental, vision & life ins. day

Employee referral bonus

Scholarship program

Charitable matching gifts

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is seeking a field-based vegetation management professional to support electric utility projects across Lexington, KY and surrounding areas.

You will analyze vegetation, document data with handheld devices, and coordinate with project managers and crews to deliver customized solutions. The role requires outdoor endurance, GIS data interpretation, and a willingness to travel within the utility service area.

Qualifications

• Must enjoy outdoor work and be able to hike in rugged terrain and tolerate weather conditions.
• Ability to read and follow GIS data and maps; able to work independently.
• Leadership and career growth focus will be prioritized; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to vegetation management planning and analysis.
• Use technology to support utility projects for safe, reliable power.
• Inspect vegetation in rights-of-way for compliance and work plans.
• Identify tree/brush control work and protection zone recommendations.
• Collect data with handheld devices and document work; assess terrain and environment.
• Coordinate with project teams to develop customized vegetation solutions.

Skills

Outdoor work

GIS data reading

Leadership experience

Problem solving

Communication

Travel availability

Education

ISA certification

ISA Utility Specialist

Tools

GIS software

Hand-held data collection

Job description

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is seeking a field-based vegetation management professional to support electric utility projects across Lexington, KY and surrounding areas.

You will analyze vegetation, document data with handheld devices, and coordinate with project managers and crews to deliver customized solutions. The role requires outdoor endurance, GIS data interpretation, and a willingness to travel within the utility service area.