Consulting Utility Forester

Davey Tree Expert•Elizabethtown, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is hiring a Consulting Utility Forester for Lexington, Kentucky and surrounding areas. The role contributes to vegetation management planning and analysis for major electric utility providers, helping deliver safe and reliable power and maintain national security. The forester inspects and assesses vegetation in utility rights-of-way for compliance with standards and construction work plans, identifies tree and brush control needs and protection-zone recommendations, and collects and documents field data using handheld computers. The position also assesses terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions; supports integrated vegetation management projects; and coordinates with project managers, planners, and vegetation crews to develop customized solutions. This is an on-site, permanent, full-time position, with a stated work site in Lexington, Kentucky. The pay rate is $21–$27 per hour for 40 hours per week, and travel throughout the utility service area is expected, with travel expectations listed as up to 50%. The position involves working outdoors and hiking in rugged terrain and inclement weather. A company vehicle is provided for commuting purposes, along with a cell phone. Davey describes a culture emphasizing safety, integrity, expertise, leadership, stewardship, perseverance, community partnership, and client service. Employees have access to a Career Development Program supported by safety specialists and skills trainers through the Davey Institute of Tree Science. The posting also notes that a pre-employment drug screen, including marijuana, and background check are required.

Requirements

Enjoy working outdoors and be able to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather.
Read and follow GIS data and maps.
Work independently.
Demonstrate problem-solving, deadline management, and technical innovation.
Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Be available and willing to travel throughout the utility service area.
Hold a valid driver’s license with a clean DMV driving record and be able to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle.
Be able to identify local tree species and growth rates.
Have organizational skills and working knowledge of computers and programs, including file creation, manipulation, and sharing.

Nice To Haves

Leadership experience and a desire for career growth are given priority.
Utility right-of-way vegetation experience, tree crew foreman experience, or other related experience.
ISA certification or ISA Utility Specialist certification.

Responsibilities

Contribute to vegetation management planning and analysis.
Use technology and established practices to support major electric utility providers in delivering safe, reliable power and maintaining national security.
Inspect and assess vegetation in rights-of-way for compliance standards and construction work plans.
Identify tree and brush control work and recommend protection zones.
Collect data and document work using handheld computers.
Assess terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions, and support integrated vegetation management projects.
Coordinate with project managers, planners, and vegetation crews to develop customized solutions.

Benefits

Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists and Skills Trainers through the Davey Institute of Tree Science.
Company vehicle for commuting purposes and a cell phone.
Competitive wages based on qualifications and experience.
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance available on day one.
Employee referral bonus program.
Scholarship program for employees and families.
Charitable matching gift program.
Discounted stock purchase options.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
Paid time off and paid holidays.