Utility Forester (Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)

Full Time

  Davey Resource Group (http://www.davey.com/)

  Corpus Christi, Texas, United States

DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, a Division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, has opportunities in the field of Utility Forestry, as a CONSULTING UTILITY FORESTER. Davey is a leader in the tree care, utility line clearing and forestry consulting industries, throughout the US and Canada.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE:  Corpus Christi, TX, and surrounding areas

Job Duties:

Working with major electric utility system forestry needs, inspect ROW for vegetation requiring pruning or removal to avoid conflicts with overhead conductors; Research land ownership; use maps and mapping software to aid in patrolling lines; Identify tree and brush control work and generate written reports for line-clearance crews; Notify property owners of pending work on their property; Secure permission for tree removals; Discuss and negotiate line-clearance crew access issues; audit tree pruning contractors; Special projects as assigned; Respond to storms and other emergency situations and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

 DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Two or Four year degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Horticulture or related discipline or significant utility vegetation management experience; Ability to identify local tree species and knowledge of growth rates; ability to obtain ISA Certified Arborist is required. Excellent communication skills; Ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather; Working knowledge of computers; Ability to read and follow maps; Ability to work independently; Ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle. Utility Right-of-Way Vegetation experience is required. Specific task training provided.

Compensation

Full time hourly positions.
Pay Rates based on qualifications and experience.
DRG offers competitive wages, excellent benefits and F/T positions include option to buy Company stock after 1 yr; Access to industry related training materials and Davey Extension Courses, company vehicle for work and commuting purposes & cell phone.