Consulting Utility Forester Position Available In St. Clair, Alabama

Consulting Utility Forester (part of Davey Tree) 3.2 3.2 out of 5 stars Saint Clair County, AL

POSITION

Consulting Utility Forester TYPE:

Full-Time

POSITION LOCATIONS

Northeast Alabama including Etowah, St. Clair, and Blount Counties and surrounding areas including Gadsden, Pell City, and Oneonta At 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 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

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

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 Has the ability to become an International Society of Arboriculture certified arborist within 18 months

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4×4 vehicle on rough roads And Two or four year degree in horticulture, forestry, urban forestry, environmental science or a related discipline Has more than 1 year of utility vegetation management experience or similar experience in a related field (tree work industry, landscape professional)

WHAT WE OFFER

$16-24.50 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.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$16.00 – $24.50 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift 8 hour shift Monday to

Friday Education:

Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

Vegetation Management:

1 year (Preferred)

Electric Utility:

1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver’s License (Preferred) ISA Arborist Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

On the road