Job Description
Area Manager

Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co.  
Locations: Philadelphia, PA, Burlington, NJ, Cherry Hill, NJ  
Additional Locations: n/a 
Work Site: Hybrid   
Req ID: 218713 

Position Overview

Davey Utility Line Clearance, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is pleased to offer a key opportunity in the field of Utility Line Clearance as an Area Manager.

Responsible for leading regional operations, driving growth and profitability, and ensuring compliance with company policies, safety standards, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership, training, and performance management for all employees.

  • Enforce company policies, safety procedures, and ethical standards.

  • Manage sales, production, cost control, resource allocation, and overall operational efficiency.

  • Build strong client relationships, support growth, and resolve issues.

  • Oversee hiring, development, discipline, and team culture.

  • Ensure equipment oversight and DOT compliance.

  • Identify process improvements and respond effectively to emergencies.

  • Deliver accurate, timely reporting to leadership.

Core Competencies

  • Strong verbal and written communication.

  • Customer service and client support.

  • Team leadership, collaboration, and training.

  • Ethical decision-making and policy compliance.

  • Safety awareness and adherence to procedures.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Utility Vegetation Management.

  • Minimum 5 years of UVM experience.

  • Valid driver’s license; professional certifications preferred.

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 & discounted stock purchase options 
Group Health Plan 
Employee referral bonus program 
Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas 
Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers 
Scholarship Program for Children of Employees 
Charitable matching gift program 
*all listed benefits available to eligible employees 

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.

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: Up to 50%