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Davey Tree Expert Co

Consulting Utility Forester

Davey Tree Expert Co, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, us, 33336

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Company:

Davey Resource Group, Inc. Locations:

Fort Lauderdale, FL Additional Locations:

Fort Lauderdale, FL Work Site:

On Site Req ID:

219247

Davey Resource Group 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?

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.

Responsibilities

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

Desired Qualifications

Embraces an outdoor and independent work environment

Thrives on adaptation, continual learning and training and is detail oriented

Possess knowledge of local tree species and species‑specific growth rates

Ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather

Great communicator and team player

Ability to become an International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist within 18 months

Required Qualifications

Clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads

Two or four‑year degree in horticulture, forestry, urban forestry, environmental science or a related discipline

OR

More than 1 year of utility vegetation management experience or similar experience in a related field (tree work industry, landscape professional)

What We Offer We invest in our employees by offering industry‑leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience for employees at all levels.

$17–27 per hour (dependent on experience and professional certifications)

Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

401k with up to a 4% company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount

Holidays and paid time off

Payroll savings plan

Charitable matching gift program

Employee referral bonus program

Employee Educational Scholarship

Davey Family Scholarship

20% discount on all Davey services

Plus, so much more!

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.

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, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

ACCOMODATIONS:

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.

CONTACT:

Visit jobs.davey.com for additional job opportunities and company information.

Employment Type:

Permanent Job Type:

Full Time Travel Expectations:

Up to 25%

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