Utility Vegetation Forester – Field Planner

Davey Tree Expert Co; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Cell phone

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Employee referral bonus

Scholarship program

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is seeking a field-focused vegetation planning professional to support utility and environmental projects across Southern Indiana. The role emphasizes hands-on data collection, mapping interpretation, and collaboration with project teams.

Expect travel across the Southern Indiana service area, safety-first work attitudes, and opportunities for career growth within a large employee-owned company. A valid Indiana license is required.

Qualifications

• Related field experience.
• ISA Certified, or certification within 6 months.
• Registered Technician with the State of Indiana or hold a commercial applicator license.
• Ability to work safely.
• Love of the outdoors and the ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather.
• Ability to read and follow GIS data and maps; ability to work independently.
• Leadership experience and a desire for career growth will be given a priority.
• Demonstrated expertise in problem solving, meeting deadlines, and technical innovation.
• Able to effectively handle conflict.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Availability and desire to travel throughout the utility service area.
• Valid Driver’s License with clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle.
• Ability to identify local tree species & growth rates.
• Organizational skills; working knowledge of computers and programs, file creation, manipulation, and sharing.

Responsibilities

• Successfully contribute to all aspects of vegetation management planning and analysis.
• Utilize innovative technology and practices to help major electric utility providers deliver safe and reliable power and maintain national security.
• Perform property owner research and landowner notifications.
• Inspect and assess vegetation in right of ways for compliance standards and construction work plans.
• Identify tree and brush control work and protection zone recommendations.
• Attend meetings and trainings as requested.
• Collect data and document work using hand-held computers; assess terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions, & support UVM projects.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Planners, and Vegetation Crews to create customized solutions.

Skills

ISA Certified

State tech license

Commercial applicator

GIS mapping

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Travel readiness

Driver’s license

Tree species knowledge

Outdoors orientation

Safety awareness

Conflict resolution

Independent work

Job description

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is seeking a field-focused vegetation planning professional to support utility and environmental projects across Southern Indiana. The role emphasizes hands-on data collection, mapping interpretation, and collaboration with project teams.

Expect travel across the Southern Indiana service area, safety-first work attitudes, and opportunities for career growth within a large employee-owned company. A valid Indiana license is required.