Utility Forester: Outdoor ROW & Vegetation Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Cell phone

Health insurance

401(k) retirement with match

Paid time off & holidays

Scholarship program

Job summary

Davey Resource Group, Inc. in Lexington, KY seeks individuals to contribute to vegetation management planning for major electric utilities. This on-site role involves hiking in rugged terrain, reading GIS data, and collecting field data with handheld devices.

You will collaborate with project managers and crews across Lexington and surrounding areas, with opportunities for career growth in a safety-focused, employee-owned culture. Competitive pay and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting vegetation management planning and analysis.
• Ability to read GIS data and maps and work independently in the field.
• Valid driver's license with clean DMV record and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to vegetation management planning and analysis.
• Use technology to support utility providers in delivering safe power.
• Inspect vegetation in right-of-ways for compliance and work plans.
• Identify work and protection zone recommendations.
• Collect data with hand-held devices and document environmental conditions.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Planners, and Crews to create solutions.

Skills

Vegetation management

GIS data interpretation

Independent work

Strong communication

Willingness to travel

Driver's license

Job description

Davey Resource Group, Inc. in Lexington, KY seeks individuals to contribute to vegetation management planning for major electric utilities. This on-site role involves hiking in rugged terrain, reading GIS data, and collecting field data with handheld devices.

You will collaborate with project managers and crews across Lexington and surrounding areas, with opportunities for career growth in a safety-focused, employee-owned culture. Competitive pay and benefits are provided.