Consulting Utility Forester

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Davey Resource Group is seeking a Consulting Utility Forester in Gaithersburg, MD, for a full‑time, on‑site role supporting vegetation management for major electric utilities. You’ll gather data, inspect right‑of‑way vegetation, read GIS maps, and collaborate with project managers and field crews to develop customized safety and reliability solutions. Expect rugged field work, travel across the service area, and operating a 4x4 vehicle. What matters most: outdoor endurance, problem solving, strong communication, and potential for leadership; preferred are forestry or horticulture degrees and credentials such as ISA Arborist or Utility Specialist, RPF, or pesticide licenses. Compensation ranges from $19 to $24 per hour plus benefits after probation; emphasize tangible field experience and teamwork in your application.

Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.  
Locations: Gaithersburg, MD  
Additional Locations: Gaithersburg, MD; Montgomery County, MD 
Work Site: On Site   
Req ID: 220350 

Position Overview

Take ownership of your future. Grow your career in a dynamic industry! Davey Resource Group, Inc. has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in utility and environmental services.

What You'll Do

• 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

What You'll Need

• 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

What You'll Get

• 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
• $19 - 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

Who We Are

The Davey Resource Group, Inc. is focused and relentless in our pursuit to help our utility clients deliver safe and reliable power to their customers and maintain national security. We are results-driven by our great people and the technology at our fingertips. People who love being the best and being a part of building something extraordinary. People who want to create change, who love what they do and the people they do it with. We are currently hiring Arborists, Foresters, Horticulturalists, Natural Resource Specialists, and plant and outdoor enthusiasts. Various full-time positions available include; entry-level, special projects, and supervisory roles. We are seeking candidates who have positive attitudes, excellent communication skills, and critical attention to detail. Team players who have a thirst for knowledge and growth are encouraged to apply.

The employer of record for this position is a partnering hiring agency (“Agency”).  The Davey Resource Group will partner with the Agency to review applications and conduct interviews. All offer information, applicable terms and conditions of employment (i.e. drug tests, background checks, I-9 verification, etc.), and employment information will be provided and collected by the Agency as the employer of record.