Utility Vegetation Inspector

Location: Richmond, VA and surrounding Central Virginia area. On-site role.

About the role

Build your career outdoors with an employee-owned industry leader. Take ownership of your future with one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation. At Davey Resource Group, employees are owners, innovators, and environmental stewards working together to protect critical infrastructure and natural resources. The team combines cutting-edge technology with field expertise to support major electric utilities in delivering safe, reliable power while protecting ecosystems. If you enjoy working outdoors, solving problems, and making a real impact, this is the opportunity to grow your career.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vegetation inspections and assessments along utility rights-of-way
• Identify tree and brush management needs and recommend treatment plans
• Support Integrated Vegetation Management (IVM) and environmental projects
• Use GIS mapping and mobile technology to collect and document field data
• Evaluate terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions in project areas
• Collaborate with planners, project managers, and field crews to implement vegetation solutions
• Help utilities maintain compliance, reliability, and public safety

Requirements

• Passion for working outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions
• Ability to read and interpret GIS maps and spatial data
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable using mobile technology
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Ability to operate a 4x4 vehicle and travel within the service area
• Knowledge of or ability to learn local tree species identification and growth patterns

Qualifications

Preferred qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science, or related field
• Utility vegetation management or right-of-way experience
• ISA Certified Arborist®
• Leadership experience and a desire for career advancement

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off, holidays, and paid parental leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 15% stock discount
• Employee referral bonus program
• Educational scholarship program for employees and their families
• Charitable gift matching
• Discounts on Davey services and select products (including vehicle and cell phone programs)
• Company vehicle for commuting and field work
• Company-provided cell phone

Pay

$22 - $27 per hour based on experience, education, and certifications.

About Davey Resource Group

Davey Resource Group, a division of Davey Tree Expert Company, is a national leader in natural resource consulting, environmental services, and utility vegetation management. Our teams include arborists, foresters, horticulturists, and environmental professionals committed to protecting the landscapes where we live and work. We’re looking for individuals who are passionate about the outdoors, curious and eager to learn, team-oriented and solutions-focused, and motivated to build a long-term career.

Multiple full-time positions are available including entry-level, specialized project roles, and leadership opportunities.

Values

At Davey, our work is guided by six core values: Safety, Integrity, Expertise, Leadership, Stewardship, and Perseverance.