Consulting Utility Forester

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company
Location: Lexington
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc. Locations: Lexington, KY, Lexington, KY, Lexington, KY, Lexington, KY, Lexington, KY, Lexington, KY, Lexington, KY Additional Locations: Kentucky Work Site: On Site Req ID: 218592 Position Overview POSITION LOCATION: TBD locations throughout the state of Kentucky Payrate: $21-$27/hour, 40 hours a week *Expected start January/February 2026* Take ownership of your future. Join one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation while growing 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: Utility Right of way vegetation experience, tree crew foreman experience or other related experience Preferred: ISA certification, ISA Utility Specialist What we offer: 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 and discounted stock purchase options. Group Health Plan. Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend. Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas. Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers. The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees. Charitable matching gift program. *All listed benefits available to eligible employees. 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 (marijuana included) and background check 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, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. A CCOMODATIONS : 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. Company Overview DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States. 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. Davey Resource Group, Inc., is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States. 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%

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