Utility Vegetation Safety Observer

Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.
Locations: Tulsa, OK
Additional Locations: Tulsa, OK; Fayetteville, AR
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 208702

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.

• Work with major gas/electric utility systems and address forestry needs.
• Perform safety observations on line clearance tree crews and DRG field employees.
• Up to 60% weekday, overnight travel required throughout eastern Oklahoma and western Arkansas.
• Assess all terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions.
• Coordinate with project managers, utility foresters, work planners, and tree crews.
• Other related duties as assigned.

• Two or four year degree in horticulture, forestry, urban forestry, environmental science, or a related discipline.
• International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist.
• Certified Treecare Safety Professional, OSHA 30, or similar safety qualification(s).

• 3 years experience in utility vegetation management, tree crew auditing, or other related experience.
• Great communicator and team player.
• Clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads.
• Ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather.
• Thrives on adaptation, continual learning, and training and is detail oriented.
• Possess knowledge of local tree species and species-specific growth rates.

We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience for employees at all levels.

• $20 - 26 per hour (dependent on experience, certifications, and education).
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401k with up to a 4% company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount.
• Holidays and paid time off.
• Payroll savings plan.
• Charitable matching gift program.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Employee Educational Scholarship.
• Davey Family Scholarship.
• 20% discount on all Davey services.
• Plus, so much more!

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: At Davey, our values are our compass and core to everything we do. Davey Resource Group values itself on Safety, Integrity, Expertise, Leadership, Stewardship, and Perseverance. Pre-employment drug screen and Social Security Number verification required.

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

ACCOMMODATIONS: 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.

CONTACT: Visit jobs.davey.com for additional job opportunities and company information.

Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 75%