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Job Description
Seasonal Forester Company:
Davey Resource Group, Inc.
Locations:
Las Vegas, NM Additional Locations:
Las Vegas, NM Work Site:
On Site Req ID:
225642 Position Overview
POSITION
Forester Internship (Seasonal)
TYPE:
Part Time, Temporary
POSITION LOCATIONS
: Las Vegas, New Mexico Davey Resource Group, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of the employee owned Davey Tree Expert Company. We provide a wide range of natural resource, utility, GIS and remote sensing consulting services. 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? The Davey Resource Group (DRG) is currently hiring certified arborists, professional foresters, horticulturalists, natural resource specialists, environmental scientists, landscape, nursery, tree care and parks and recreation professionals, plant and outdoor enthusiasts to join our workforce. Job Duties
RESPONSIBILITIES
Support post-fire reforestation planning, field data collection, and landowner assistance activities Collect site information, including GPS coordinates, acreage, parcel information, photographs, and stand condition data. Conduct forest Inventory plots and timber cruising Measure and document distance to seed source in accordance with established protocols where applicable. Assist with the identification of site preparation needs, competing vegetation, and reforestation opportunities. Evaluate site suitability for reforestation and natural regeneration Assist foresters in developing resilient reforestation plans that meet project requirements and landowner objectives. Organize and upload field data, photographs, shapefiles, maps, and project documentation to designated shared drives and project databases. Maintain accurate and organized project records. Communicate and schedule work plans with client Be a direct liaison between Client and contracted services Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work site Collect and enter data on handheld devices, follow maps and use GPS navigation Maintain professional communication with landowners and project partners. Assess all terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions Coordinate with project managers and planners Manage workloads and work schedules to meet required deadlines Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Has, or is in the process of obtaining, a Bachelor's in Forestry Has the ability to work in remote mountainous terrain without access to sanitary facilities throughout a 10-hour day Work safely and effectively in a variety of outdoor conditions including heat, cold, rain, wind, smoke, and other inclement weather commonly encountered during forestry field operations. Experience with forest inventory plot sampling and timber cruising Clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads Embraces an outdoor and independent work environment Thrives on adaptation, continual learning and training and is detail oriented Possess knowledge of local tree species Has the ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather Is a great communicator and team player
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Embraces an outdoor and independent work environment Experience working in a post-fire forested setting Thrives on adaptation, continual learning and training, and is detail oriented Possess knowledge of local tree species and species-specific growth rates Is a great communicator and team player with a professional demeanor Additional Information
WHAT WE OFFER
Company Vehicle/Fuel Card Company Phone Opportunities for advancement All job-specific equipment and safety gear provided Company Overview
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.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
A CCOMODATIONS
: If requested by an employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Divisional Overview The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law. Davey Resource Group, Inc., is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there's a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.
Accommodations:
If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions. If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.
