Rapid Response Arborist - Ruidoso, NM


POSITION: Rapid Response Arborist


POSITION LOCATION: Ruidoso, NM Project Work Travel


STARTING DATE: Immediately. Resumes accepted until a suitable candidates are selected


WAGE: $25+/hr (Depending on experience and certifications)


Davey Resource Group, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of the employee owned Davey Tree Expert 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?
Do you want to travel to different parts of the country for work?


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.


WHAT WE OFFER:

• $25+ per hour (Dependent on experience and professional certifications)
  
• Paid Per Diem and Accommodation for Travel Work
  
• 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
  

DUTIES:

• 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
  
• Pro-actively promote safety and maintain a safe work environment
  
• Manage and oversee daily utility vegetation operations
  
• Ensure schedule targets are met
  
• Provide client & contractor support
  
• Respond to customer complaints and concerns
  
• Respond to nationwide emergency/natural disaster response efforts
  
• Provide reporting and updates for management
  

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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.
  

• International Society for Arboriculture (ISA) certified arborist
  
• International Society for Arboriculture (ISA) utility specialist
  
• International Society for Arboriculture (ISA) tree risk assessment qualified (TRAQ)
  
• State pesticide applicator’s license.
  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two or four year degree in horticulture, forestry, urban forestry, environmental science, natural resources or related discipline
  

or

• 2 years utility right of way vegetation management experience
  

or

• 2 years of forestry experience
  
• Open to 100% travel
  

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.


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.