Consulting Utility Forester - San Diego, CA

Additional Locations: San Diego, CA Primary Locations: CA, San Diego, 3665 Ruffin Road, Suite 308, 92123 Requisition ID: 189330 Davey Resource Group At Davey Resource Group, Inc., a Davey Company, our job is to help our clients provide a safe and reliable power source through proper vegetation management practices. Do you want a career working outdoors? Do you care about sustainability? Do you want a career with stability and growth opportunities? 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 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 Assess all terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions Coordinate with project managers, planners, and vegetation crews Desired 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 Has ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather Is a great communicator and team player Has the ability to become an International Society of Arboriculture certified arborist within 18 months Required Qualifications Clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads AND Two or four year degree in horticulture, forestry, urban forestry, environmental science or a related discipline OR Has more than 1 year of utility vegetation management experience or similar experience in a related field (tree work industry, landscape professional) 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. Group health plans Short-term and long-term disability insurance Life insurance Paid parental leave 401k with up to a 4% company match Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount 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 Plus, so much more! 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 (marijuana included) and background check required. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: 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. ACCOMMODATIONS: If requested by an employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions. CONTACT: Email resume and cover letter to View email address on click.appcast.io. Visit jobs.davey.com for additional job opportunities and company information. Employment Type: Permanent Job Type: Full Time Travel Expectations: Up to 25% #J-18808-Ljbffr Environmental Career Center