Consulting Utility Forester Job at The Davey Tree Expert Company, Petersburg, VA

  • The Davey Tree Expert Company
  • Petersburg, VA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.  
Locations: Petersburg, VA  
Additional Locations: Petersburg, VA; Central Virginia 
Work Site: On Site   
Req ID: 230392 

Position Overview

Build Your Career Outdoors with an Employee-Owned Industry Leader!

 

Take ownership of your future with one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation. At Davey Resource Group, our employees are owners, innovators, and environmental stewards working together to protect critical infrastructure and natural resources.

 

Davey Resource Group combines cutting-edge technology with field expertise to support major electric utilities in delivering safe, reliable power while protecting ecosystems. If you enjoy working outdoors, solving problems, and making a real impact, this is the opportunity to grow your career.

What You'll Do

As a Vegetation Management professional, you will play a key role in maintaining safe and reliable utility infrastructure while protecting natural resources.

 

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Conducting vegetation inspections and assessments along utility rights-of-way
  • Identifying tree and brush management needs and recommending treatment plans
  • Using GIS mapping and mobile technology to collect and document field data
  • Evaluating terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions in project areas
  • Collaborating with planners, project managers, and field crews to implement vegetation solutions
  • Helping utilities maintain compliance, reliability, and public safety

What We're Looking For

We’re seeking motivated professionals who enjoy fieldwork, problem-solving, and continuous learning.

 

Required:

  • Passion for working outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions
  • Ability to read and interpret GIS maps and spatial data
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable using mobile technology
  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
  • Ability to operate a 4x4 vehicle and travel within the service area
  • Knowledge of or ability to learn local tree species identification and growth patterns

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science, or related field
  • Utility vegetation management or right-of-way experience
  • ISA Certified Arborist®

 

Leadership experience and a desire for career advancement are strongly encouraged.

What We Offer

We believe our people are our greatest asset. Davey provides a supportive environment where employees can grow professionally while enjoying outstanding benefits.

 

Compensation & Perks

  • $22 - 30 per hour based on experience, education, and certifications
  • Company vehicle for commuting and field work
  • Company-provided cell phone

 

Career Development

  • Industry-leading training through the Davey Institute of Tree Science
  • Mentorship from experienced forestry and vegetation management professionals
  • Clear career pathways for advancement

 

Comprehensive Benefits

  • Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Paid time off, holidays, and paid parental leave
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 15% stock discount
  • Employee referral bonus program
  • Educational scholarship program for employees and their families
  • Charitable gift matching
  • Discounts on Davey services and select products (including vehicle and cell phone programs)

About Davey Resource Group

Davey Resource Group, a division of Davey Tree Expert Company, is a national leader in natural resource consulting, environmental services, and utility vegetation management. Our teams include arborists, foresters, horticulturists, and environmental professionals committed to protecting the landscapes where we live and work.

 

We’re looking for individuals who are:

  • Passionate about the outdoors
  • Curious and eager to learn
  • Team-oriented and solutions-focused
  • Motivated to build a long-term career

 

Multiple full-time positions are available including entry-level, specialized project roles, and leadership opportunities.

 

Our Values

At Davey, our work is guided by six core values:
Safety / Integrity / Expertise / Leadership / Stewardship / Perseverance

 

Additional Information
Pre-employment drug screening (including marijuana), background check, and Social Security verification are required.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer
The Davey Tree Expert Company is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Davey Resource Group, Inc., is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.  The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.

Employment Type: Permanent 
Job Type: Full Time 
Travel Expectations: None

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Permanent employment, Full time, Work experience placement, Local area

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