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Utility Vegetation Management Consultant

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The Davey Resource Group Inc

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POSITION: UVM Consultant

TYPE: Full-Time

POSITION LOCATIONS: 

 

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is a  wholly owned subsidiary of the employee owned Davey Tree Expert Company.  Our job is to help our clients provide a safe and reliable power source through proper vegetation management practices. 

 

The Davey Resource Group (DRG) is currently hiring certified arborists, professional foresters, horticulturalists, natural resource specialists, environmental scientists, GIS technicians, and plant and outdoor enthusiasts to join our workforce. 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Work with major electric/gas utility system and address its forestry needs
  • Collect and enter data on handheld devices, follow maps and use GPS navigation 
  • Communicate with landowners regarding work on or near their property
  • Audit work completed by contractors. 
  • Discuss and negotiate line-clearance crew access issues. 
  • Special projects as assigned. 
  • Coordinate with clients,  project managers, planners, and vegetation crews
  • Inspect utility rights of ways and identify vegetation incompatible with state and federal regulations

 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

An individual must be able to perform each essential job duty consistently and satisfactorily.  The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

  • Proficiency with local Tree Identification and Tree Physiology. ISA Certified Arborist or ability to obtain in 6-12 months. Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License.
  • Current Driver’s License and Driving Record in good standing.
  • Proficient working knowledge of computers. Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint.
  • Two or four year degree in horticulture, forestry, urban forestry, environmental science or a related discipline
  • Experience with GIS or other digital mapping software

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads 
     

WHAT WE OFFER: 

  • Company Vehicle and Fuel Card
  • Company Cell Phone
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
  • Opportunities to work on a variety of projects in various locations
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
  • Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
  • Group Health Plan
  • Employee referral bonus program
  • The Davey Institute provides personal and professional development opportunities
  • Employee Scholarship for AS degree in Environmental Management 
  • Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
  • Charitable matching gift program
  • Company paid professional certifications and continuing education

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  At Davey, our values are our compass and core to everything we do. Davey Resource Group values itself on Safety, Integrity, Expertise, Leadership, Stewardship, and Perseverance. Pre-employment drug screen and Social Security Number verification required. The Davey Tree Expert Company and DRG are Equal Opportunity Employers.

 

CONTACT: Email resume and cover letter to hiring.drgwr@davey.com.  Visit jobs.davey.com for additional job opportunities and company information.