Consulting Utility Forester

Company: Davey Resource Group
Location: Santa Rosa
Posted on: February 9, 2020

Job Description:

Job Type Permanent Salary Details $20-$26/hr based on education and experience Required Experience 2 - 6 years The Davey Tree Expert Company Position Announcement POSITION: Consulting Utility Forester STARTING DATE: Immediately. Resumes accepted until a suitable candidate is selected. The Davey Resource Group (DRG), a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is currently hiring arborists, foresters, horticulturalists, natural resource specialists, plant and outdoor enthusiasts to join our workforce. POSITION LOCATIONS: North Bay Area, Napa, and Marin, California DUTIES: - Work with major gas/electric utility system and address its forestry needs - Inspect and assess the rights of way for vegetation requiring pruning or removal to avoid conflicts with overhead conductors - Identify tree and brush control work and enter data into handheld computer - Notify landowners of impending compliance or reliability work - Discuss and negotiate incompatible vegetation removals - Assess terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions - Coordinate with project managers, planners, and vegetation crews DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Two or four year degree in horticulture, forestry, urban forestry, environmental science or related discipline - Utility right of way vegetation management experience preferred - Ability to identify local tree species and knowledge of growth rates - 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 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Pay rates based on qualifications and experience. DRG offers competitive wages, incentive programs, excellent benefits and F/T positions include option to buy Company stock after 1yr, access to industry related training materials and Davey Extension Courses. Pre-employment drug screen and Social Security Number verification required. The Davey Tree Expert Company and DRG are employee owned and are Equal Opportunity Employers.

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