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Consulting Utility Forester

The Davey Tree Expert Company

Bowie, MD

$20 - $24/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

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Company rating compared to similar companies: 6.7 out of 10

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The best things about working at Davey Tree

  • 92%

    92% say their health insurance is affordable

    say their health insurance is affordable

  • 82%

    82% say they enjoy their job

    say they enjoy their job

  • 69%

    69% say they have respectful managers

    say they have respectful managers

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Job description

Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.  
Locations: Bowie, MD  
Additional Locations: Bowie, MD; Prince George's County, MD 
Work Site: On Site   
Req ID: 227622 

Position Overview

Build Your Career Outdoors with an Employee-Owned Industry Leader!

Take ownership of your future with one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation. At Davey Resource Group, our employees are owners, innovators, and environmental stewards working together to protect critical infrastructure and natural resources.

Davey Resource Group combines cutting-edge technology with field expertise to support major electric utilities in delivering safe, reliable power while protecting ecosystems. If you enjoy working outdoors, solving problems, and making a real impact, this is the opportunity to grow your career.

What You'll Do

As a Vegetation Management professional, you will play a key role in maintaining safe and reliable utility infrastructure while protecting natural resources.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Conducting vegetation inspections and assessments along utility rights-of-way
  • Identifying tree and brush management needs and recommending treatment plans
  • Supporting Integrated Vegetation Management (IVM) and environmental projects
  • Using GIS mapping and mobile technology to collect and document field data
  • Evaluating terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions in project areas
  • Collaborating with planners, project managers, and field crews to implement vegetation solutions
  • Helping utilities maintain compliance, reliability, and public safety
What We're Looking For

We’re seeking motivated professionals who enjoy fieldwork, problem-solving, and continuous learning.

Required:

  • Passion for working outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions
  • Ability to read and interpret GIS maps and spatial data
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable using mobile technology
  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
  • Ability to operate a 4x4 vehicle and travel within the service area
  • Knowledge of or ability to learn local tree species identification and growth patterns

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science, or related field
  • Utility vegetation management or right-of-way experience
  • ISA Certified Arborist®

Leadership experience and a desire for career advancement are strongly encouraged.

What We Offer
  • The opportunity to work in America’s great outdoors with teammates that will support your professional growth and managers who empower
  • Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers through the Davey Institute of Tree Science
  • A company vehicle for commuting purposes & cell phone
  • $20 - 24 per hour based on qualifications and experience
     

Upon completion of a probationary period you’ll be eligible for the following benefits including:

  • Health, dental, vision & life insurance
  • Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
  • Employee referral Discounted stock purchase options & 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.bonus program
  • Charitable matching gift program
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
About Davey Resource Group

Davey Resource Group, a division of Davey Tree Expert Company, is a national leader in natural resource consulting, environmental services, and utility vegetation management. Our teams include arborists, foresters, horticulturists, and environmental professionals committed to protecting the landscapes where we live and work.

We’re looking for individuals who are:

  • Passionate about the outdoors
  • Curious and eager to learn
  • Team-oriented and solutions-focused
  • Motivated to build a long-term career

Multiple full-time positions are available including entry-level, specialized project roles, and leadership opportunities.

Our Values
At Davey, our work is guided by six core values:
Safety / Integrity / Expertise / Leadership / Stewardship / Perseverance

Additional Information
Pre-employment drug screening (including marijuana), background check, and Social Security verification are required.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The Davey Tree Expert Company is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.

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: Contingent Worker 
Job Type: Full Time 
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%

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About Davey Tree, in their own words

From Davey Tree

At Davey, 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’re always striving to be our best, and we expect the same of each and every employee. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology, flexibility and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience for employees at all levels. And our unique employee-ownership model means you can have a stake in the success of our company every day, with every decision you make. Wherever you want to grow your career – from a new role to a new geography – there’s a place for you at Davey.

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