We are currently looking to add a dynamic Environmental Scientist/Specialist to our passionate team of environmental professionals.

• The Environmental Specialist will provide our government, utility, commercial, private and not-for-profit clients with the services and solutions needed to efficiently and effectively manage natural resources and comply with policies.
• Selected candidates will work collaboratively as part of a team. Applicants should be willing to lead and train fellow team members on all aspects of field work. Communicate with clients professionally. Position involves a variety of work, including invasive plant species control, native plant and seed installation, shoreline stabilization, and native habitat restoration (prairie, wetland and woodland). Stormwater BMP inspection and maintenance.
• Majority of work is outdoors, often in inclement weather and in rugged terrain, and may involve using heavy equipment, such as spray rigs, backpack sprayers, augers, chain saws, mowers, etc. Additional work in assisting with wetland delineation and city tree inventories may be required at times

Education and Qualifications:

• Possession of or be willing to obtain an Minnesota Department of Agriculture Certified Pesticide Applicators License is required.
• Prescribed burn experience and S130/S190 certification.
• Identify invasive species across a range of habitats.
• Training in chain saw, brush saw, and 4x4 ATV/UTV, tractor, and skid steer.
• A degree in biology, botany, ecology, conservation, environmental science, or related fields.

Desired qualifications:

• Masters degree in related field
• Experience with operating heavy equipment, forestry mower, tractor, etc.
• Ability to read construction plans and specifications to execute tasks and assign work to crew members
• CDL Class A Driver

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.

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.