Consulting Utility Forester

Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc. Locations: Texarkana, TX; Texarkana, AR; Texarkana area Work Site: On Site Req ID: 226334 Position Overview POSITION: Consulting Utility Forester TYPE: Full-Time, Hourly, Monday - Friday; some weekday overnight travel POSITION LOCATION: Texarkana, TX / AR Varied positions available based on education and experience. Please see required qualifications below. Davey Resource Group, a Davey company, is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States. Our job is to help our clients provide a safe and reliable power source through proper vegetation management practices. Job Duties Work with major gas/electric utility system and address its forestry needs Inspect utility rights of ways and identify vegetation incompatible with state and federal regulations Collect and enter data on handheld devices, follow maps and use GPS navigation Communicate with landowners regarding work on or near their property Work with tree crews to ensure understanding and adherence to work prescriptions Assess all terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions Coordinate with project managers, planners, and vegetation crews Qualifications Embraces an outdoor and independent work environment Thrives on adaptation, continual learning and training, and is detail oriented Possess knowledge of local tree species and species specific growth rates Ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather Great communicator and team player Two or four year degree in horticulture, forestry, urban forestry, environmental science or a related discipline Clean DMV driving record Ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads Ability to travel overnight when necessary Minimum of 1 year of utility vegetation management experience or similar experience in a related field (tree work industry, landscape professional) Pre‑employment drug screen (marijuana included) and background check required What we offer We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience for employees at all levels. Hourly pay: $18 - 27 Group health plans Short-term and long-term disability insurance Life insurance Paid parental leave 401(k) with up to a 4% company match Employee Stock Purchase Plan: 15% discount on company stock Holidays and paid time off Payroll savings plan Charitable matching gift program Employee referral bonus program Employee Educational Scholarship Davey Family Scholarship 20% discount on all Davey services Cell phone discounts Vehicle purchase discount program And more! Additional Information At Davey, our values are our compass and core to everything we do. Davey Resource Group values safety, integrity, expertise, leadership, stewardship, and perseverance. We provide accommodations as required by law for employees with disabilities. Please request reasonable accommodations as needed. Employee email: View email address on click.appcast.io The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Travel expectations: Up to 50%. #J-18808-Ljbffr