Davey Tree Expert Company
Bakersfield, CA, United States
Jul 19, 2017
Full time
POSITION: Lead/Inventory Arborist (depending on experience)
STARTING DATE: Immediately. Resumes accepted until suitable candidates are selected.
Davey Resource Group (DRG), a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, has opportunities in the field of
hazard tree assessment as lead and/or inventory arborists for a major government agency.
POSITION LOCATION: Flexible. Opportunity to work throughout California’s Central Valley and up into the
Sierra Nevadas.
LEAD DUTIES:
● Lead a team of up to 15 inventory arborists and administrative support personnel.
● Train, direct and coach multiple team members to grow professionally and personally.
● Coordinate with project managers, planners, and vegetation crews.
● Build a culture of safety and excellence.
INVENTORY ARBORIST DUTIES:
● Perform tree risk assessments and capture the data in a handheld electronic device.
● Notify landowners of impending compliance or reliability work and discuss incompatible vegetation
removals.
● Assess terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
● Two or four year degree in horticulture, forestry, urban forestry, environmental science,natural resources
or related discipline.
● International Society for Arboriculture (ISA) certified arborist and/or Registered Professional Forester
(RPF) required.
● Organizational skills, excellent communication skills, and attention to detail.
● Ability to work and hike in rugged terrain, in inclement weather and to travel as needed.
● Ability to work independently and under remote supervision.
● Self-driven desire to improve processes and procedures for client and company goals.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Full time position. Wage depends on qualifications and experience. DRG
offers competitive wages, incentive programs, excellent benefits and F/T positions include option to buy Company
stock after 1yr, access to industry related training materials and Davey Extension Courses.
Pre-employment drug screen and Social Security Number verification required. The Davey Tree Expert Company
and DRG are employee owned and are Equal Opportunity Employers.
CONTACT: Email resume and cover letter to hiring.drgwr@davey.com . Visit Davey’s website for
additional job opportunities and company information.
The Davey Tree Expert Company has U.S. and Canadian operations in more than 47 states and five provinces and provides a variety of tree care, grounds maintenance and consulting services for the residential, utility, commercial, and government markets. Founded in 1880, Davey has been employee-owned for 35 years and has more than 8,000 employees who provide Proven Solutions for a Growing World. For more information, visit www.davey.com
