Utility Herbicide Applicator

Position Overview

Location: Knoxville, TN

Pay: $18 - $22 per hour

Employment Type: Full Time

Travel: Up to 25% (overnight travel may be required)

This is a seasonal position with an opportunity to join other projects if willing to travel.

• Plan and apply herbicide to utility right‑of‑way.
• Maintain electronic spray logs to record the amount and types of herbicide used, as well as the coverage area.
• Inspect and assess vegetation in right‑of‑ways for compliance standards and construction work plans.
• Identify tree and brush control work and protection zone recommendations.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Planners, and Vegetation Crews to create customized solutions.

• Love of the outdoors and the ability to work and hike in rugged terrain.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Ability to operate with limited remote supervision.
• Leadership experience and a desire for career growth will be given priority.
• Demonstrated expertise in problem solving, meeting deadlines, and technical innovation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Availability and desire to travel throughout the utility service area.
• Valid Driver’s License with clean DMV record and ability to drive and operate a UTV.
• Organizational skills; working knowledge of computers and programs, file creation, manipulation, and sharing.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Relevant pesticide and/or herbicide licenses and certificates or the ability to obtain within 90 days (assistance available for educational material and licensing fees).

• Earn State applicator licenses.
• Earn First Aid/CPR/AED certifications.
• The opportunity to work in America’s great outdoors with teammates who support your professional growth.
• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers through the Davey Institute of Tree Science.
• Competitive wages based on qualifications and experience and excellent benefits including health, dental, vision & life insurance.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Ability to travel overnight if required; hotel stay and per diem provided.

Pre‑employment drug screen (marijuana included) and background check required.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

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