Consulting Utility Forester - Allentown, PA
Davey Tree
- Allentown, PA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Successfully 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 a desire for career growth will be given a priority.
- 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 driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle.
- Ability to identify local tree species & growth rates.
- Organizational skills; working knowledge of computers and programs, file creation, manipulation, and sharing.
- Preferred: Two or Four-year degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Horticulture or related discipline.
- Preferred: Relevant pesticide and/or Herbicide licenses and certificates, if required by state law.
- Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Utility Specialist®, Registered Professional Forester (RPF), Utility Right-of-Way Vegetation experience.
- 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.
- Competitive wages based on qualifications and experience and excellent benefits including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Employee referral bonus program.
- Educational Scholarship Program for employees and families.
- Charitable matching gift program.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount and 401k with up to a 4% company match.
- Paid Parental Leave, paid time off and paid holidays.20% discount on all Davey services.
- Cell phone and vehicle purchase discount program.
Job Type: Full Time
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