Consulting Utility Forester

Position Overview Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc. Locations: Salt Lake City, UT, Salt Lake City, UT, Salt Lake City, UT, Salt Lake City, UT, Salt Lake City, UT, Salt Lake City, UT, Salt Lake City, UT, Salt Lake City, UT, Salt Lake City, UT, Salt Lake City, UT, Tooele, UT Additional Locations: Salt Lake City, UT Work Site: On Site Req ID: 229372 POSITION: Consulting Utility Forester TYPE: Full-Time, Monday thru Friday POSITION LOCATION: Salt Lake City, Utah 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. Job Duties RESPONSIBILITIES Work with major electric / gas utility system to 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 Qualifications DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Two or four year degree in horticulture, forestry, urban forestry, environmental science or a related discipline 3+ years of utility vegetation management experience ISA Certified Arborist REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Resides within 25 miles of Salt Lake City, Utah Clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads More than 1 year of utility vegetation management experience or similar experience in a related field (tree work industry, landscape professional) Ability to become an ISA Certified Arborist within 6 months of starting employment Great communicator and team player 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 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. If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io or at View email address on click.appcast.io . Employment Type: Permanent Job Type: Full Time Travel Expectations: Up to 50% #J-18808-Ljbffr