Transmission Vegetation Management Forester

Position Announcement

POSITION: Transmission Vegetation Management Inspector

TYPE: Full-Time

POSITION LOCATIONS: Sonoma County, California

DRG Pacific Services, LLC is a subsidiary of Davey Resource Group, Inc. 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? DRG Pacific Services, LLC is currently hiring certified arborists, professional foresters, horticulturalists, natural resource specialists, environmental scientists, landscape, nursery, tree care and parks and recreation professionals, plant and outdoor enthusiasts to join our workforce.

WHAT WE OFFER (Depending on Experience):

$35.17 - $54.32 per hour (Depending on Experience & Chosen Benefits Package)

$50 per day Subsistence Per Diem

Company Provided Vehicle

Company Provided Phone

Group Health Plan

Discounted Stock Purchase Plan

Opportunities for Advancement

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with major gas/electric 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
• Has ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather
• Is a great communicator and team player
• Has the ability to become an International Society of Arboriculture certified arborist within 18 months

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

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

or

• Has more than 1 year of utility vegetation management experience or similar experience in a related field (tree work industry, landscape professional)
• Clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads

WHAT WE OFFER IN MORE DETAIL:

• $50 a day per diem
• Company Vehicle/Fuel Card
• Company Phone
• Opportunities for advancement
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
• Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
• Group Health Plan
• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
• 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: DRG offers competitive wages based on qualifications and experience. Pre-employment drug screen and Social Security Number verification required.

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

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Tree care: 1 year (Preferred)
• utility vegetation management: 1 year (Preferred)
• forestry: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Certified Arborist (Preferred)
• Driver's License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple Locations