Consulting utility forester talent

The Davey Tree Expert Company
Detroit, MI

Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.

Locations: Detroit, MI, Adrian, MI, Ann Arbor, MI, Ann Arbor, MI, Ann Arbor, MI, Ann Arbor, MI, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI, Flint, MI, Flint, MI, Flint, MI, Flint, MI, Flint, MI, Howell, MI, Rochester Hills, MI, Rochester Hills, MI

Additional Locations: South East Michigan

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 214500

Position Overview

POSITION LOCATION: The greater Metro Detroit, and South East Michigan

Payrate: $19-25 per hour

  • WE ARE BUILDING A TALENT POOL FOR FUTURE POSITIONS IN THIS REGION*


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.
  • Perform property owner research and landowner notifications.
  • 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.
  • Attend meetings and trainings as requested.
  • Respond during storms as needed.
  • Collect data and document work using hand-held computers; assess terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions, & support UVM projects.
  • Coordinate with Project Managers, Planners, and Vegetation Crews to create customized solutions.


What you'll need:

  • Related field experience.
  • ISA certified, or working towards certification.
  • State pesticide license, or working towards certification.
  • Ability to work safely.
  • Love of the outdoors and 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 tenchical innovation.
  • Able to effectively handle conflict.
  • Availability and desire to travel throughout the utility service area.
  • VAlid Drivers License with clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle.
  • Abiltity to identify local tree species and growth rates.
  • Organizational skills; working knowledge of computers and programs, file creation, manipulation, and sharing.


What we offer:

  • 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.
  • Competitive wages based on qualifications and experience and excellent benefits including health, dental, vision & life insurance.
  • Employee referral bonus program.
  • Scholarship program for employees and families.
  • Charitable matching gift program.
  • Discounted stock purchase options & 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
  • 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, 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.

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 [email protected].

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations: Up to 25%
Posted 2025-10-06

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