Utility Vegetation Work Planner - job 2 of 2

The Davey Resource Group Inc

Position Announcement

POSITION: Utility Vegetation Work Planner

TYPE: Full-Time, Monday - Friday

POSITION LOCATION: Austin, Texas

Varied positions available based on education and experience. Please see required qualifications below.

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work with Austin Energy to address its vegetation clearance needs
Inspect 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

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate's degree in forestry or a related field OR 1 year of utility vegetation management experience or similar experience in a related industry (tree care, landscape professional)
Knowledge of local tree species and growth rates
Ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, Google Drive, ArcGIS maps and electronic work planning software
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads

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.

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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $33.00 per hour

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