Safety Observer **Position Overview** We are currently looking to add a dynamic UVM Specialist to our passionate team of environmental professionals. **Job Duties** Inspect distribution utility right-of-ways and access to Right-of-Way (ROW) areas, for compliance with state clearance standards. Identify needed tree and brush control work and provide information to line-clearance crews. Document work using hand-held computer. Notify property owners of pending work on their property. Audit work completed by contractors. Discuss and negotiate line-clearance crew access issues. Special projects as assigned. Must be willing to work nights, weekends, holidays, and storms as needed. **Qualifications** **Education and Qualifications:** An individual must be able to perform each essential job duty consistently and satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. + Previous experience successfully working as Utility Vegetation Management Technician or equivalent experience in the industry will be required. + Professional or Collegiate Practical Tree Work Experience (including Collegiate Climbing Classes, Forestry Club Operations, Production Climber, Groundsman, or Lift Operator, etc). + Proficiency with local Tree Identification and Tree Physiology. + ISA Certified Arborist or ability to obtain in 6-12 months. Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License. + Current Driver’s License and Driving Record in good standing. + Proficient working knowledge of computers. Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint. **Additional Information** **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. **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. **Divisional Overview** **POSITION: Safety Observer** **TYPE: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, some weekday overnight travel required** **POSITION LOCATIONS: Los Angeles County including: Long Beach, Santa Monica, Inglewood, Torrance, Downey and Pasadena** **Davey Resource Group, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of the employee owned Davey Tree Expert Company. Our job is to help our clients provide a safe and reliable power source through proper vegetation management practices.** **Do you want a career working outdoors?** **Do you care about sustainability?** **Do you want a career with stability and growth opportunities?** **The Davey Resource Group (DRG) is currently hiring certified arborists, professional foresters, horticulturalists, natural resource specialists, environmental scientists, GIS technicians, and plant and outdoor enthusiasts to join our workforce.** **RESPONSIBILITIES:** + **Work with major gas / electric utility system and address its forestry needs** + **Perform safety observations on herbicide application crews and DRG field employees** + **Up to 25% travel throughout SoCal Edison Territory** + **Assess all terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions** + **Coordinate with project managers, inspectors, work planners and tree crews** **DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:** + **Two or four year degree in horticulture, forestry, urban forestry, environmental science or a related discipline** + **Certified Treecare Safety Professional, OSHA 30 or similar safety qualification(s)** **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:** + **3 years experience in utility herbicide application, tree/spray crew auditing or other related experience** + **Great communicator and team player** + **Clean DMV driving record and ability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle on rough roads** + **Ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather** **WHAT WE OFFER:** + **$25 - $28 per hour (depending on experience and certifications)** + **Company Vehicle / Fuel Card** + **Company Phone** + **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 & discounted stock purchase options** + **Group Health Plan** + **Employee referral bonus program** + **Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers** + **Employee Scholarship for AS degree in Environmental Management** + **Scholarship Program for Children of Employees** + **Charitable matching gift program** + **Company paid professional certifications and continuing education** **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 and Social Security Number verification required. The Davey Tree Expert Company and DRG are Equal Opportunity Employers.**