Utility Vegetation Management Consultant-

Job Description

Job Description

Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.  
Locations: Oklahoma City, OK, Ardmore, OK, Muskogee, OK, Norman, OK, Norman, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK  
Additional Locations: Oklahoma City, OK 
Work Site: On Site   
Req ID: 227609 

Position Overview

We are currently looking to add a dynamic UVM Technician to our passionate team of environmental professionals.  

Job Duties

• 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

Qualifications

Education and 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.

• Professional or Collegiate Practical Tree Work Experience (including Collegiate Climbing Classes, Forestry Club Operations, Production Climber, Groundsman, or Lift Operator, etc).

• 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

Additional Information

What We Offer:*

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
• Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
• Group Health Plan.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program:  Send-A-Friend.
• Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.
• Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.
• The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.
• Charitable matching gift program.

*All listed benefits available to eligible employees.

Company Overview

DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.

Divisional Overview

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Davey Resource Group, Inc., is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.  The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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Employment Type: Permanent 
Job Type: Full Time 
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%