Consulting Utility Forester - North San Diego County - Davey Tree Expert : Job Details

Consulting Utility Forester - North San Diego County

We are currently looking to add a dynamic UVM Technician to our passionate team of environmental professionals.

The Utility Vegetation Management (UVM) Technician will inspect distribution utility right-of-ways and access to Right-of-Way (ROW) areas, for compliance with state clearance standards. Identify needed tree and brush control work and provide info to line-clearance crews. Document work using hand-held computer. Notify property owners of pending work on their property. Audit work completed by contractors. Discuss and negotiate line-clearance crew access issues. Special projects as assigned. Must be willing to work nights, weekends, holidays and storms as needed.

Education and Qualifications:

• Professional or Collegiate Practical Tree Work Experience (including Collegiate Climbing Classes, Forestry Club Operations, Production Climber, Groundsman, or Lift Operator, etc).
• Proficiency with local Tree Identification and Tree Physiology. ISA Certified Arborist or ability to obtain in 6-12 months. Commercial Pesticide Applicator's License.
• Current Driver's License and Driving Record in good standing.
• Proficient working knowledge of computers. Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint.

What We Offer:

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• All job-specific equipment and safety gear provided.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
• Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
• Group Health Plan.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend.
• Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.
• The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.
• Charitable matching gift program.

*All listed benefits available to eligible employees.

DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.

POSITION: Consulting Utility Forester

TYPE: Full-Time

POSITION LOCATIONS: Throughout San Diego County. Primarily around North County including: Escondido, San Marcos, Vista, Palomar, Fallbrook and Warner Springs, CA

Davey Resource Group, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of the employee-owned Davey Tree Expert Company. Our job is to help our clients provide a safe and reliable power source through proper vegetation management practices.

• Work with major electric/gas utility system and address its forestry 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
• Coordinate with project managers, planners, and vegetation crews

• Embraces an outdoor and independent work environment
• Thrives on adaptation, continual learning and training and is detail-oriented
• Possess knowledge of local tree species and species-specific growth rates
• Has ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather
• Is a great communicator and team player
• Is willing to work throughout the county as needed
• ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ)
• ISA Utility Specialist Certification

• Clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads
• ISA Certified Arborist Certification
• Two or four-year degree in horticulture, forestry, urban forestry, environmental science or a related discipline
• Or has more than 1 year of utility vegetation management experience or similar experience in a related field (tree work industry, landscape professional)

• $23-30 per hour (Dependent on experience and professional certifications)
• Company Vehicle and Fuel Card
• Company Cell Phone
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement
• All job-specific equipment and safety gear provided
• Opportunities to work on a variety of projects in various locations
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
• Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
• Group Health Plan
• Employee referral bonus program
• The Davey Institute provides personal and professional development opportunities
• Employee Scholarship for AS degree in Environmental Management
• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
• Charitable matching gift program
• Company paid professional certifications and continuing education

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.