Consulting Utility Forester

Consulting Utility Forester at The Davey Tree Expert Company

Company:
Davey Resource Group, Inc.

Locations:
Louisville, KY and other locations throughout Kentucky

Work Site:
On Site

Req

Payrate: $21–$27 per hour, 40 hours a week

Expected start:
January/February 2026

POSITION LOCATION:

TBD locations throughout the state of Kentucky.

• Contribute to all aspects of vegetation management planning and analysis.
• Utilize innovative technology and practices to help major electric utility providers deliver safe and reliable power and maintain national security.
• 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.
• Collect data and document work using hand‑held computers; assess terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions; support IVM projects.
• 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 and inclement weather.
• Ability to read and follow GIS data and maps; ability to work independently.
• Leadership experience and desire for career growth (preferred).
• 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; ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle.
• Ability to identify local tree species and growth rates.
• Organizational skills; working knowledge of computers and file manipulation.
• Preferred:
  Utility right‑of‑way vegetation experience, tree crew foreman experience or other related experience.
• Preferred: ISA certification, ISA Utility Specialist.

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• All job‑specific equipment and safety gear provided.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Employee‑owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
• Group health plan.
• Employee referral bonus program:
  Send‑A‑Friend.
• Locations across the United States in major cities and desirable areas.
• Career development program supported by industry experts.
• The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for employees’ children.
• Charitable matching gift program.
• All listed benefits available to eligible employees.

At Davey, our values are Safety, Integrity, Expertise, Leadership, Stewardship, and Perseverance. 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, or national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made for employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a leader in natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting throughout the United States. The company provides research‑driven tree services, grounds maintenance, and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial, and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada.

Employment Type:

Permanent

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations:
Up to 25%

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