Environmental Technician - Bethel, OH

Position Overview

Davey Resource Group is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Davey Tree Expert Company, headquartered in Kent, Ohio which has opportunities for persons interested in the field of Ecological Sciences. This entry level Environmental Technician position involves working as a member of one of our project teams conducting invasive species surveys in the Clermont County, Ohio area.

Job Duties

The position involves  field data collection of tree and site information on hand-held computers regarding tree species identification, tree measurements and evaluation for the presence of the Asian Longhorned Beetle (ALB). The collected data will be used by the United States Department of Agriculture and Ohio Department of Agriculture to detect all ALB infested trees in order to eliminate the infestations. Candidates shall have the ability to work outside in all weather conditions and in rugged terrain. The work requires walking for extended periods of time through woodlots, wetlands, and fields while performing tree data collection and surveys. Excellent communication skills, great attitude, and ability to work in a team environment are required. This is a full time position, however survey work is weather dependent. This position is located in Bethel, Ohio.

Qualifications

Applicants should be college graduates with a minimum of a two-year degree from an accredited University or College in forestry, urban forestry, horticulture, arboriculture, plant biology, conservation, or environmental science or related fields.  Applicants must have excellent tree identification skills.  Additionally, computer literacy is beneficial since the work involves the use of advanced technology equipment such as hand-held computers, pen-tablet computers, GPS equipment and GIS and tree management software.  A valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to read/follow maps is required.

Additional Information

What We Offer:*

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
• Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
• Group Health Plan.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program:  Send-A-Friend.
• Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.
• Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.
• The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.
• Charitable matching gift program.

*All listed benefits available to eligible employees.

Company Overview

DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.

Divisional Overview