Position Overview

What you’ll need:

• Love of the outdoors and the ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather.
• Ability to read and follow GIS data and maps; ability to work independently.
• Leadership experience and a desire for career growth will be given a priority.
• Demonstrated expertise in problem-solving, meeting deadlines, and technical innovation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Availability and desire to travel throughout the utility service area.
• Valid Driver’s License with clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle.
• Ability to identify local tree species & growth rates.
• Organizational skills; working knowledge of computers and programs, Excel, file creation, manipulation, and sharing.
• Preferred: Two or Four-year degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Horticulture or related discipline.
• Preferred: Relevant pesticide and/or Herbicide licenses and certificates, if required by state law.
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Utility Specialist®, Registered Professional Forester (RPF), Utility Right-of-Way Vegetation experience.

What we offer:

• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers through the Davey Institute of Tree Science.
• A company vehicle for commuting purposes & cell phone.
• Competitive wages based on qualifications and experience and excellent benefits including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Educational Scholarship Program for employees and families.
• Charitable matching gift program.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount and 401k with up to a 4% company match.
• Paid Parental Leave, paid time off and paid holidays.20% discount on all Davey services.
• Cell phone and vehicle purchase discount program.

Who we are: