Company: DRG Pacific Services LLC
Locations: Torrance, CA, Torrance, CA, Torrance, CA, Torrance, CA, Torrance, PA
Additional Locations: Torrance, CA
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 221564
Position Overview
POSITION: Consulting Utility Forester
TYPE: Full-Time
POSITION LOCATIONS: Torrance, CA
WAGE: $22-$28/ hr
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.
Job Duties
The Utility Vegetation Management (UVM) Technician will inspect distribution utility right-of-ways and access to Right-of-Way (ROW) areas, for compliance with state clearance standards. Identify needed tree and brush control work and provide info to line-clearance crews. Document work using hand-held computer. Notify property owners of pending work on their property. Audit work completed by contractors. Discuss and negotiate line-clearance crew access issues. Special projects as assigned. Must be willing to work nights, weekends, holidays and storms as needed.
Qualifications
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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Embraces an outdoor and independent work environment
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Thrives on adaptation, continual learning and training and is detail oriented
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Possess knowledge of local tree species and species specific growth rates
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Has ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather
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Is a great communicator and team player
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Has the ability to become an International Society of Arboriculture certified arborist within 18 months
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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Clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads
And
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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)
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
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: Up to 25%
