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The Davey Tree Expert Company · 1 month ago

Consulting Utility Forester

Bowling Green, KY

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$21/hr - $27/hr

The Davey Tree Expert Company is a leader in the natural resource and environmental consulting industries. They are seeking a Consulting Utility Forester to contribute to vegetation management planning and analysis, ensuring compliance with standards while supporting utility providers in delivering safe and reliable power.

ConsultingEnvironmental ConsultingManagement Consulting

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

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

Collect data and document work using hand-held computers; assess terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions, & support IVM projects

Coordinate with Project Managers, Planners, and Vegetation Crews to create customized solutions

Qualification

GIS data interpretationVegetation managementTree species identificationTechnical innovationLeadership experienceProblem-solvingComputer proficiencyISA certificationUtility Right of way experienceCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

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

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

Preferred

Utility Right of way vegetation experience, tree crew foreman experience or other related experience

ISA certification, ISA Utility Specialist

Benefits

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

The Davey Tree Expert Company

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The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental solutions for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners across North America.

Founded in 1880