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The Davey Tree Expert Company · 3 hours ago

Consulting Utility Forester

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$19/hr - $25/hr

The Davey Tree Expert Company is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States. The Consulting Utility Forester role involves working outdoors, supporting utility clients in delivering safe and reliable power while maintaining a commitment to safety and client service.

ConsultingEnvironmental ConsultingManagement Consulting

Responsibilities

Take ownership of your future

Join one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation while growing your career in a dynamic industry!

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

Qualification

ISA CertifiedState pesticide licenseGIS dataMapsLeadership experienceProblem solvingIdentify tree speciesWorking knowledge of computersCommunicationInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Related field experience

ISA Certified, or certification within 6 months

State pesticide license (or working towards becoming certified)

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

Benefits

The opportunity to work in America’s great outdoors with teammates that will support your professional growth and managers who empower.

Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers through the Davey Institute of Tree Science.

A company vehicle for commuting purposes & cell phone.

Competitive wages based on qualifications and experience and excellent benefits including health, dental, vision & life insurance.

Employee referral bonus program.

Scholarship program for employees and families.

Charitable matching gift program.

Discounted stock purchase options & 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.

Paid time off and paid holidays.

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