Utility Forester

Trees were just the beginning. Since 1880, our clients have trusted us to care for their most precious natural assets.

This trust is based on our integrity, more than a century of proven expertise, and professional yet passionate dedication to their needs.Davey is one of only a handful of companies in the world that can claim this rich, century-plus heritage and a record of continuous growth, even during tough economic times.

Proven Solutions for a Growing World is our promise to you. It's rooted in our heritage of integrity, experience, commitment, capability and expertise. It's a promise our employee owners make to every client, on every property, each and every day.

Position Overview: 

Davey Resource Group (DRG), a Division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, has opportunities in the field of Utility Forestry, as a Utility Forester, for major electric utility providers.

Responsibilities: 

• Inspect transmission utility right-of-ways and access to Right-of-Way (ROW) areas, for compliance with state clearance standards.
• Identify needed tree and brush control work and provide info to line-clearance crews.
• Document work using hand-held computer.
• Notify property owners of pending work on their property.
• Audit work completed by contractors.
• Discuss and negotiate line-clearance crew access issues.
• Special projects as assigned.
• Must be willing to work nights, weekends, holidays and storms as needed. 

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• 2 or 4 year degree REQUIRED in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Horticulture or related discipline.
• Working knowledge of computers and GIS systems.
• Ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle.
• Ability to identify local tree species and knowledge of growth rates.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather.
• Ability to work independently, time management and organization skills also required.

Desired Qualifications:

• ISA Certified Arborist, ISA Utility Specialist, Illinois Commercial Pesticide Applicator's License, and any GIS/GPS experience highly desireable asset for position.
• Knowledge and experience in ROW vegetation management, electric utilities, telecommunications and/or pesticide experience a great benefit.
• Ability to read and follow maps and use GPS/GIS database systems a plus.

Additional Information:

• Access to industry related training materials and Davey Extension Courses.
• Pre-employment Drug Screen and E-Verify Social Security # verification required.
• Davey is Employee Owned.

Compensation: Compensation based on qualifications and experience. DRG offers competitive wages, excellent benefits and full-time position includes option to buy company stock after one year.

To Apply: 

Please click "Apply Now Online!" to submit your resume and cover letter. 

The Davey Tree Expert Company and Davey Resource Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.