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As of Jul 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for transmission utility forester in the United States is $24.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $28.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Transmission Utility Forester position, and why are they important?

A Transmission Utility Forester needs expertise in arboriculture, vegetation management, and knowledge of utility regulations, often supported by a degree in forestry or a related field. Familiarity with GIS mapping software, tree identification guides, and certifications such as ISA Certified Arborist or Utility Specialist are commonly required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills help foresters work collaboratively with landowners, utility teams, and regulatory agencies. These competencies ensure safe, efficient, and compliant vegetation management along utility transmission corridors, minimizing outages and maintaining public safety.

What are some common challenges a Transmission Utility Forester faces in the field?

Transmission Utility Foresters frequently encounter challenges such as navigating remote terrain, dealing with adverse weather, and managing vegetation in complex or densely populated right-of-ways. Balancing landowner concerns, environmental regulations, and utility safety standards requires adaptability and ongoing communication. Additionally, foresters must routinely assess changing vegetation growth and potential hazards to ensure power line reliability. Overcoming these challenges involves strong fieldwork skills, continuous learning, and effective teamwork with utility crews and contractors.

What is a Transmission Utility Forester job?

A Transmission Utility Forester is responsible for managing vegetation along power transmission lines to ensure safety and reliability. They assess tree growth, identify potential hazards, and work with contractors to trim or remove vegetation that could interfere with power lines. This role involves field inspections, data collection, and compliance with regulations to prevent outages and maintain environmental stewardship. Transmission Utility Foresters often collaborate with utility companies, landowners, and regulatory agencies to develop and implement vegetation management plans. The job requires knowledge of arboriculture, forestry practices, and utility safety standards.

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Infographic showing various Transmission Utility Forester job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% Internship, 51% Full Time, 1% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 41% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,323 per year, or $24.7 per hour.
Transmission Utility Forester

Transmission Utility Forester

The Davey Tree Expert Company

San Angelo, TX • On-site

$20 - $26/hr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Davey Tree rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 101 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

9th of 32 rated gardening and landscaping

Job description

Transmission Utility Forester
Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.
Locations: San Angelo, TX, San Angelo, TX
Additional Locations: San Angelo
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 225023
Position Overview
POSITION: Transmission Consulting Utility Forester
TYPE: Full-Time, Monday thru Friday, weekday overnight travel required
POSITION LOCATION: San Angelo, TX
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
  • Work with major gas / electric utility system and address its forestry needs
  • Inspect transmission utility rights of ways and identify vegetation incompatible with state and federal regulations
  • Collect and enter data on handheld devices, follow maps and use GPS navigation
  • Communicate with landowners regarding work on or near their property
  • Assess all terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions
  • Coordinate with project managers, planners, and vegetation crews
  • Up to 70% weekday, overnight travel required
  • Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Embraces an outdoor and independent work environment
  • Organizational skills, excellent communication skills, and attention to detail
  • Thrives on adaptation, continual learning and training and is detail oriented
  • Possess knowledge of local tree species and species specific growth rates
  • Great communicator and team player

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle
  • Ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather
  • Two or four year degree in horticulture, forestry, urban forestry, environmental science or a related discipline OR
  • Minimum of 1 year of utility vegetation management experience or similar experience in a related field (tree work industry, landscape professional)

International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist OR has ability to sit for the exam within the first 12 months of hiring
What we offer:
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)
  • Group health plans
  • 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
  • Cell phone discounts
  • Vehicle purchase discount program
  • 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.
ACCOMODATIONS: 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.
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.
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 50%

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