Utility Vegetation Inspector

Davey Resource GroupAnnapolis, MD
Onsite

About The Position

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is seeking to hire a Utility Vegetation Inspector. This role involves taking ownership of your future and growing your career in a dynamic industry. Davey Resource Group has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchange of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in utility and environmental services. The position contributes to all aspects of vegetation management planning and analysis, utilizing innovative technology and practices to help major electric utility providers deliver safe and reliable power and maintain national security. The inspector will identify tree and brush control work and protection zone recommendations, collect data and document work using hand-held computers, assess terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions, and support Integrated Vegetation Management (IVM) projects. They will also coordinate with Project Managers, Planners, and Vegetation Crews to create customized solutions.

Requirements

  • Love of the outdoors and the ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather
  • Ability to read and follow GIS data and maps
  • Ability to work independently
  • Demonstrated expertise in problem solving, meeting deadlines, and technical innovation
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Availability and desire to travel throughout the utility service area
  • Valid Driver’s License with clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle
  • Ability to identify local tree species & growth rates
  • Organizational skills
  • Working knowledge of computers and programs, file creation, manipulation, and sharing

Nice To Haves

  • Two or Four-year degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Horticulture or related discipline
  • Relevant pesticide and/or Herbicide licenses and certificates, if required by state law
  • ISA Certified Arborist®
  • ISA Utility Specialist®
  • Registered Professional Forester (RPF)
  • Utility Right-of-Way Vegetation experience
  • Leadership experience and a desire for career growth will be given a priority

Responsibilities

  • Inspect and assess vegetation in right-of-ways for compliance standards and construction work plans
  • Identify tree and brush control work and protection zone recommendations
  • Collect data and document work using hand-held computers
  • Assess terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions
  • Support IVM projects
  • Coordinate with Project Managers, Planners, and Vegetation Crews to create customized solutions

Benefits

  • Health, dental, vision & life insurance
  • Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
  • Employee referral bonus program
  • Discounted stock purchase options & 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
  • Charitable matching gift program
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers through the Davey Institute of Tree Science
  • A company vehicle for commuting purposes & cell phone
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