Employer Davey Resource Group, Inc. Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills POSITION: Transmission Consulting Utility ForesterTYPE: Full-TimePOSITION LOCATIONS: Multiple Locations Across North, Central, and South Georgia based around Buford, Macon, and Tifton respectivelyAt Davey Resource Group, Inc., a Davey Company, 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 electric/gas utility system and address its forestry needsInspect utility rights of ways and identify vegetation incompatible with state and federal regulationsCollect and enter data on handheld devices, follow maps and use GPS navigation Communicate with landowners regarding work on or near their propertyAssess all terrain, habitat, and environmental conditionsCoordinate with project managers, planners, and vegetation crews 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 and Social Security Number verification required. The Davey Tree Expert Company and DRG are Equal Opportunity Employers. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Previous experience as a Transmission Consulting Utility Forester on FPL SystemsEmbraces an outdoor and independent work environmentThrives on adaptation, continual learning and training and is detail orientedPossess knowledge of local tree species and species specific growth ratesHas ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weatherIs a great communicator and team playerHas the ability to become an International Society of Arboriculture certified arborist within 18 monthsREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads ANDTwo or four year degree in horticulture, forestry, urban forestry, environmental science or a related disciplineORHas more than 1 year of utility vegetation management experience or similar experience in a related field (tree work industry, landscape professional)Clean Driving RecordTwo or four year degree in horticulture, forestry, urban forestry, environmental science or a related disciplineORMore than 1 year of utility vegetation management experience Job Field: Forestry Job Type: Full Time Location Detail: Buford, GA Macon, GA Tifton, GA Salary: $17-$24/hr based on certifications and experience Job Benefits: Company Vehicle and Fuel CardCompany Cell PhonePaid time off and paid holidaysOpportunities for advancementAll job specific equipment and safety gear providedOpportunities to work on a variety of projects in various locations401(k) retirement savings plan with a company matchEmployee-owned company & discounted stock purchase optionsGroup Health PlanEmployee referral bonus programThe Davey Institute provides personal and professional development opportunitiesEmployee Scholarship for AS degree in Environmental Management Scholarship Program for Children of EmployeesCharitable matching gift programCompany paid professional certifications and continuing education Application Deadline: Fri, 01/24/2025 - 12:00pm Link to Full Job Posting: https://jobs.davey.com/job-invite/204726/
