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How much do utility forestry jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for utility forestry in Michigan is $21.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.10 and $24.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a utility forestry?

A Utility Forestry job involves managing and maintaining vegetation around utility infrastructure, such as power lines and pipelines, to ensure safety and service reliability. Professionals in this field assess trees and vegetation for potential hazards, coordinate trimming or removal, and follow environmental and regulatory guidelines. They work closely with utility companies, arborists, and field crews to prevent outages and mitigate wildfire risks. This role requires knowledge of tree species, pruning techniques, and industry safety standards.

What does a utility forestry do?

A typical day for a Utility Forestry professional involves inspecting utility rights-of-way to identify hazardous trees and vegetation, consulting with utility crews and landowners, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. You may use GIS software and mapping tools to document sites and plan vegetation management activities. Fieldwork is common, so you’ll spend much of your time outdoors in varying weather conditions, often traveling between sites. Collaboration with line clearance crews, foresters, and utility company representatives is also a routine part of the job, as you ensure vegetation is managed safely and efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in utility forestry?

To thrive in Utility Forestry, you need knowledge of arboriculture, vegetation management, tree identification, and safety practices, often supported by a degree or certification in forestry, environmental science, or a related field. Familiarity with GIS mapping systems, chainsaws, aerial lifts, and vegetation management software is typically required, along with necessary safety certifications like OSHA or ISA Certified Arborist credentials. Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills help you excel when coordinating with utility companies, property owners, and field crews. These competencies ensure safe, efficient vegetation management around utility infrastructure, helping prevent service interruptions and maintain public safety.

How to become a utility forestry?

To become a utility forestry worker, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and should develop skills in tree identification, climbing, and safety procedures. Relevant certifications, such as OSHA safety training and tree climbing certifications, can improve job prospects, and physical fitness is important due to the physically demanding nature of the work.

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Infographic showing various Utility Forestry job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,733 per year, or $21.5 per hour.

Plant Healthcare Technician | Oxford, MI

The Davey Tree Expert Company

Attica, MI

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

Davey Tree rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Davey Tree

Based on 101 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6.7

Company rating compared to similar companies: 6.7 out of 10

Gardening and landscaping average

Based on 1,048 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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

Featured by Davey Tree, based on 101 Breakroom Quiz responses from their frontline employees

Job description

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company  
Locations: Attica, MI  
Additional Locations: NA 
Work Site: On Site   
Req ID: 226289 

Position Overview

Performs fertilization and pest management on trees, shrubs and lawns using spray and injection tools by performing the following duties. 

Job Duties

What You’ll Do: 

  • Cultivate your career and fertilize your future! 
  • Properly identify and diagnose insects, weeds, fungus conditions and pest prone areas.  
  • Communicate with and educate the client regarding the diagnosis and the prescribed pest control and fertilization service with customers. 
  • Continuously monitor plant health quality and fertilizing methods after application and communicate progress to customers and supervisors. 
  • Drive, use, maintain and properly operate equipment (truck and sprayer). 
Qualifications

What We’re Looking For: 

  • Love of the outdoors 
  • Preferred: Background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping 
  • Preferred:  Turf, Weed, Tree and shrub ID, Pathology and knowledge of turf or tree physiology 
  • Ability to complete the Davey Tree Qualified Plant Health Care Tech training program upon hire 
  • Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire   
  • Valid driver’s license 
  • Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law  
Additional Information

What We Offer: * 

  • Paid time off and paid holidays 
  • Opportunities for advancement 
  • All job specific equipment and safety gear provided 
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match 
  • Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options 
  • Group Health Plan 
  • Employee referral bonus program 
  • Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas 
  • Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers 
  • Scholarship Program for Children of Employees 
  • Charitable matching gift program 

*all listed benefits available to eligible employees  

Company Overview

Invest in your future.  Join one of the largest employee owned companies in the nation!  Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchanging of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.  

We are currently looking to add a dynamic Plant Health Care Technician to our passionate team of tree care professionals.  Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day! 

Divisional Overview

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.

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 25% 

Working at Davey Tree

Perks for frontline workers

From Davey Tree, via Breakroom

  • Holidays and paid time off

  • Group health plans

  • Vision and dental insurance

  • 401K with a company match

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount

  • Paid parental leave

  • Employee Educational Scholarship

  • Davey Family Scholarship

  • Employee referral bonus program

  • 20% discount on all Davey services

  • Child care discounts

  • Charitable matching gift program

  • Plus, so much more!

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.

Company values

From Davey Tree

Safety, Integrity, Expertise, Leadership, Stewardship, Perseverance

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