POSITION: SeniorConsulting Utility Forester
TYPE: Full-Time
POSITION LOCATIONS: Greater Los Angeles Area
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.
SENIOR CONSULTING UTILITY FORESTER RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage and oversee daily vegetation operations and lead a team of foresters
- Train, direct and coach team members to grow professionally and personally
- Build a culture of safety and excellence
- Provide contractor support and respond to customer complaints and concerns
- Interact with local public agencies (i.e. State, County, City, Fire Department, etc.)
- Conduct grid reviews, inspections, and crew safety observation reports
- Provide status reports for management
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Two or four year degree in horticulture, forestry, urban forestry, environmental science, natural resources or related discipline
- 2yrs utility right of way vegetation management experience
- International Society for Arboriculture (ISA) certified arborist, or able to become one within 1 year of appointment
- 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
- Self-driven desire to improve processes and procedures for client and company goals.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads
And
- Two or four year degree in horticulture, forestry, urban forestry, environmental science or a related discipline
- Has more than 3 years of utility vegetation management experience
WHAT WE OFFER:
- $28-32 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: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Education:
Experience:
- Vegetation Management: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- ISA Arborist Certification (Preferred)
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Los Angeles, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: On the road