Forester jobs in Sarasota, FL

POSITION: Consulting Utility Forester

TYPE: Full-Time

POSITION LOCATIONS: Central Coast of Florida Including: Sarasota, Bradenton, Venice, North Port, Port Charlotte

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 major electric/gas utility system and address its forestry 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
• Coordinate with project managers, planners, and vegetation crews

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Embraces an outdoor and independent work environment
• Thrives on adaptation, continual learning and training and is detail oriented
• Possess knowledge of local tree species and species specific growth rates
• Has ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather
• Is a great communicator and team player
• Has the ability to become an International Society of Arboriculture certified arborist within 18 months

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads

And

• Two or four year degree in horticulture, forestry, urban forestry, environmental science or a related discipline

or

• Has more than 1 year of utility vegetation management experience or similar experience in a related field (tree work industry, landscape professional)

WHAT WE OFFER:

• $16 - $22 per hour (Dependent on experience and professional certifications)
• Company Vehicle and Fuel Card
• Company Cell Phone
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
• Opportunities to work on a variety of projects in various locations
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
• Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
• Group Health Plan
• Employee referral bonus program
• The Davey Institute provides personal and professional development opportunities
• Employee Scholarship for AS degree in Environmental Management
• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
• Charitable matching gift program
• Company paid professional certifications and continuing education

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. The Davey Tree Expert Company and DRG are Equal Opportunity Employers.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Vegetation Management: 1 year (Preferred)
• Fieldwork: 1 year (Preferred)
• Electric Utility: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• ISA Arborist certification (Preferred)
• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Venice, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road