Utility Vegetation Work Planner - League City, TX

Additional Locations: League City, TX Primary Locations: TX, Houston, 11450 FM 1960 W Suite 316, 77065 Requisition ID: 187069 Davey Resource Group 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. 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 utility company to address their vegetation clearance 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 Required Qualifications Associate's degree in forestry or a related field OR 1 year of Utility Vegetation Management experience or similar experience in a related field (tree work industry, landscape professional) Knowledge of local tree species and growth rates Ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather Working knowledge of the electric utility safety concerns (tree/wire conflict) Working knowledge of office suite, ArcGIS maps and electronic work planning software Excellent written and verbal communication skills Clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads 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. ACCOMODATIONS: 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. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. As a service provider, our success depends upon our ability to attract and retain qualified personnel, regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, state or local law. If you need any 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 25% #J-18808-Ljbffr Environmental Career Center