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The Davey Tree Expert Company · 4 days ago

Consulting Utility Forester

Culpeper, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$22/hr - $26/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 contributing to vegetation management planning and analysis, utilizing technology to support utility providers, and coordinating with various teams to ensure effective vegetation management.

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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 management planningTree species identificationLeadership experienceProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skillsTechnical innovationWork outdoorsHikeWorking knowledge of computersDesire for career growthCommunicationInterpersonal 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

Two or Four-year degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Horticulture or related discipline

Relevant pesticide and/or Herbicide licenses and certificates, if required by state law

ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Utility Specialist®, Registered Professional Forester (RPF), Utility Right-of-Way Vegetation experience

Benefits

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, disability, and life insurance.

Employee referral bonus program.

Educational Scholarship Program for employees and families.

Charitable matching gift program.

Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount and 401k with up to a 4% company match.

Paid Parental Leave, paid time off and paid holidays.

20% discount on all Davey services.

Cell phone and vehicle purchase discount program.

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