Fire Prevention Forester
Position: Fire Prevention Forester
Starting Date: Immediately.
Location: Northern and Central California - Company vehicle, lodging, overtime and daily per diem provided.
(San Luis Obispo, Santa Cruz, Monterey, Santa Clara, San Mateo, Marin, and Napa Counties)
Want to protect our forests, communities and natural resources by reducing human impact and enhancing wildfire safety? Looking for a great opportunity to be part of the solution to hazardous conditions brought on by years of drought, tree mortality and extreme fire danger? Join our Foresters, Horticulturalists, Plant Scientists, Ecologists, GIS and Natural Resource Specialists within the Davey Resource Group, Inc.! Spend your days outdoors and enjoy an engaging work environment where we apply technology, communication, and teamwork to help bridge the gap between human progress and the natural world. Davey Resource Group, Inc. a 100% employee owned company. Our opportunities are for the adventurous and passionate!
What you’ll do:
· Primarily work in high fire risk areas, with work focused on protecting communities from the risk of wildfire.
· Successfully contribute to all aspects of vegetation management planning and analysis.
· Utilize innovative technology and practices to help major utility providers deliver safe and reliable power.
· Inspect and assess utility Rights of Way for vegetation requiring pruning or removal to reduce wildfire risk associated with overhead conductors.
· Inspect and assess vegetation to reduce wildfire risk.
· Work with landowners on fuel reduction and fuel modification.
· Assess terrain, habitat and environmental conditions.
· Coordinate with project managers, planners, and vegetation crews to achieve goals.
· Identify tree and brush control work and protection zone recommendations.
· Assist in problem analysis and development of compliance strategies with limited direct supervision or direction.
· Assist in the development of and conducting of environmental compliance training.
· Coordinate with Project Managers, Planners, and Vegetation Crews to create customized solutions.
What you’ll need:
· 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 and technical innovation.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· Availability and desire to travel throughout California.
· Clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle.
· Ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather
· Organizational skills; working knowledge of computers and programs, file creation, manipulation and sharing.
· Experience in Horticulture, Urban or Traditional Forestry, Environmental Science, Landscape Design, Fire Fighting, Trail Cutting or Maintenance.
What you’ll get:
· Opportunity to apply for Davey Scholarships and develop your career.
· A company repeatedly recognized as a top performer.
· An excuse to be enthusiastic every day.
· Company provided travel, lodging, and per diem for the term of the project along with Company vehicle for commuting purposes & cell phone.
· Opportunities to work elsewhere for Davey after the project is finished.
· An innovative and success driven work environment.
· Work in some of the most beautiful places in the country and create friendships that last a lifetime
· Great teammates that will help support your professional growth.
· Managers who empower and genuinely care about each team members’ success.
· The resources you need to excel and grow through the Davey Institute of Tree Science.
· Opportunity to work for and become an employee-owner with the #1 100% employee owned service company in the country.
If a career exploring the forest with Davey excites you, please apply at http://bit.ly/Fire_Prevention_19
Who we are:
The Davey Resource Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is focused and relentless in our pursuit to help our utility clients deliver safe and reliable power to their customers and to help maintain national security. We are results driven by our great people and the technology at our fingertips. Team players who have a thirst for knowledge and growth may apply. Military Veterans are also encouraged to apply.