Davey Resource Group, Inc.
Position Announcement
POSITION: Rapid Response On Call Forester
TYPE: Full-Time, Temporary
POSITION LOCATIONS: Nationwide
Wage: $23+/hour with per diem
Davey Resource Group, Inc., a Davey Company, is a leader in the utility forestry industry. We provide a wide range of program planning, natural resource, utility, GIS and remote sensing consulting services. Our job is to help our clients provide a safe and reliable power source through proper vegetation management practices.
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Adaptable to all types of workflow
- Flexible with workload
- Open to 100% travel
- Pro-actively promote safety and maintain a safe work environment
- Manage and oversee daily utility vegetation operations
- Ensure schedule targets are met
- Provide client & contractor support
- Respond to customer complaints and concerns
- Respond to nationwide emergency/natural disaster response efforts
- Provide reporting and updates for management
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Four year degree in horticulture, forestry, urban forestry, environmental science, natural resources or related discipline
- 2yrs utility right of way vegetation management experience
- International Society for Arboriculture (ISA) utility specialist.
- International Society for Arboriculture (ISA) tree risk assessment qualified (TRAQ)
- State pesticide applicator’s license.
- Organizational skills, excellent communication skills, and attention to detail
- Ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather
- Clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle
- Self-driven desire to improve processes and procedures for client and company goals
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Company phone
- Company vehicle
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Opportunities for advancement
- Job specific equipment and safety gear provided
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
- Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
- Group Health Plan
- Employee referral bonus program
- Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
- Employee Scholarship for AS degree in Environmental Management
- Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
- Charitable matching gift program
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.
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, 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: Visit for additional job opportunities and company information.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Safety equipment provided
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- utility vegetation management: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- ISA Certified Arborist credential (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: On the road